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A Not for Profit Financial Institution
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Secured Loans

At D.C. Teachers’ Federal Credit Union, you can use your savings or share certificates as collateral for a loan. The interest rates for share- and certificate-secured loans are the lowest ones we have available.

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Continue to earn dividends on your savings during the term of your loan, and when your loan is paid off, your savings are still there. The rate for a certificate-secured loan will be 2% above your certificate’s rate.

Secured Lending Rates

EFFECTIVE January 1, 2025

Loan Type Term APR* Loan Amount
Share Secured 1-5 Years 3.50% Based on Collateral
Share Secured > 5 Years 3.75% Based on Collateral
Certificate Secured Varies 2% above certificate rate Based on Collateral

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To apply for a Secured Loan, complete and return your application to the credit union in person, by fax or by mail with your two most recent pay stubs and a copy of a government issued identification i.e. driver’s license.

Transfer Savings to DCTFCU

Take advantage of our low-rate Secured Loans by transferring your savings to DCTFCU! Open a Money Market Account or a Share Certificate. Use your funds for collateral on your DCTFCU Secured Loan, while continuing to earn dividends on savings. It’s a win, win!

*APR= Annual Percentage Rate LTV=Loan to Value Ratio. All rates and terms are based on an evaluation of each member’s credit history‚ loan-to-value (LTV) payment type, loan amount‚ and loan purpose‚ so your rate and terms may differ. All loans are subject to credit approval. Direct Deposit and/or Payroll Deduction required for C and D Borrowers. 

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