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Golden 1 is here to help you achieve your goals this summer and beyond.
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Checking that pays you early

Get paid up to two days early5 with direct deposit. And keep more of what’s yours with low or no monthly fees.

Earn up to 4% cash back

Our Member Cash Rewards+ credit card pumps up your cash rewards on purchases you make every day.

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Earn more with rates as high as 4.25% APY*

Lock in a great rate with one of our special Term Savings Certificate or IRA Certificate offers!

  • $500 minimum deposit to open.
  • Not yet a member? You can join online.
  • Deposits are federally insured up to $250,000 by NCUA.
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Enter to win up to $500* matching funds

Help your kids learn to manage their own money with a Youth Savings Account, and be entered to win our Summer Sweepstakes. Your kids (under age 18) can win up to a $500* deposit match by making a qualifying deposit into a Youth Savings Account April 15-July 31, 2025.

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Ready, set, road trip

We offer competitive loans on new and used autos and RVs to help you put your summer travel plans in motion.

  • Defer your first auto loan payment for up to 90 days* (Not offered on RV loans).
  • Easy application process online, in branch, or at the dealership.
  • Quick loan decisions.
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Get more cashback rolling your way

G1 Rewards with CashBack+ empowers you to earn cashback on everyday purchases using the money in your Golden 1 checking or savings account.

 

News & Announcements

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6 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Checking Account

When shopping for a checking account, you're sure to have many options. So how do you choose the account that's best for you? Start by considering these six factors.

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Vacation Scams: Protect Your Money This Summer

Summer is a great time to take that long-awaited trip. But it’s also the time when scammers try to steal your hard-earned money and ruin your travel plans. You can come across scammers when you least expect it, even on the most popular online travel platforms like Airbnb.

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7 Tips for Saving on Vacation This Summer

Is fun in the sun calling your name? Going on vacation is important for overall wellbeing and creating lasting memories for you and your loved ones. However, the excitement of that getaway glow can make it easy to overlook an important factor – your budget.

Save for summer

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The Golden 1 Difference

All the banking services you expect with low-to-no fees and exceptional service.

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Community Service

We support hundreds of organizations helping people statewide. 

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Reach Your Goals

Staying financially fit takes training. We can help.

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Home Loans

Shopping for a home loan? Our home loan advisors are here to help.

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Mobile Convenience

Get secure access to your accounts with convenience on the go. 

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One Million Members

... and growing. Membership is open to all who live or work in California.

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