The ValueChoice Credit Line Option
Special Anniversary Rate
Meriwest's ValueChoice credit line is truly convenient because it's available when you need it. Just use the credit you need, pay it back in low monthly installments and use it again. Access to funds is easy - write a ValueChoice check, get cash from a Meriwest ATM, or take a cash advance with Meriwest Online or over the phone.
- For a limited time as low as 6.50% APR for 6-months*
- Loan amount up to $25,000
- Set up an automatic payment plan for more convenience
- Attach ValueChoice to your checking account and have instant overdraft protection to avoid paying costly Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) fees
- View Current Rates
*As low as 6.50% APR (Annual Percentage Rate) promotional rate available effective May 18, 2026, for six (6) months on new, and existing Value Choice line of credit accounts with a zero ($0) balance. After the promotional period, the APR will convert to the applicable standard variable rate based on creditworthiness and loan terms. Minimum credit score of 680 required. Tiered APRs apply: 6.50% APR for approved credit scores of 760+, 7.50% APR for scores ranging from 720–759, and 8.50% APR for scores ranging from 680–719. A $1,000 minimum initial advance is required. Autopay from a Meriwest checking account is required to qualify for the promotional rate and must remain in effect to maintain the discount, otherwise rate will increase to the applicable standard variable rate. Please refer to your Loan Agreement for full rate information. Promotional rate is subject to expire at any time. Offer of credit is subject to credit approval.
SAFETYnet Debt Protection
Protect yourself and your loan.
Have you ever thought about what will happen if you can't make your loan payments? To better serve our members, Meriwest Credit Union has replaced our credit life and disability insurance with a new debt protection product called SAFETYnet. It's an option available to you when you secure your next loan with Meriwest.
Join Our Family!
Membership is required for Meriwest products and services. You are eligible to join Meriwest Credit Union if any of the following applies:
- You live, work, worship, or attend school in Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties of Northern California, and Pima county of Arizona.
- You are an employee of a participating Meriwest Credit Union member company.
- You are a relative of or reside with a current member of Meriwest Credit Union.
- If you don’t meet any of the requirements above but live in California or Arizona, you can still join Meriwest with a complimentary membership in the Financial Fitness Association. Call 1-877-637-4937 to learn more.
People Usually Ask:
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How can I qualify for a loan?
Loan qualifications differ depending on which loan you are applying for. The best way to know if you qualify is to apply!
There is no cost to apply, and our Financial Service Representatives will work with you and discuss your options.
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What is my loan payoff amount?
To obtain a loan payoff, visit a Meriwest Financial Center, contact us, or log into Meriwest Online Banking.
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What are the current rates?
Meriwest Credit Union's current Loan rates are always online. Visit our Rates page to see our competitive rates.
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What products qualify for the Meriwest Merit Rewards Program?
Below is a list of qualifying products for the Meriwest Merit Rewards Program:
- Share Certificate Accounts
- Share Savings Accounts
- Money Market Accounts
- Auto Loans
- Unsecured Lines of Credit with a Balance
- Personal/Money Manager and Other Unsecured Loans
- Share and Other Secured Loans
- Closed-End Equity Loans
- Home Equity Lines of Credit with a Balance
- Current Meriwest Credit Cards with Monthly Activity
- Meriwest Mortgage Loans (Counts as 2 Products)
- Meriwest Wealth Advisor Accounts (Counts as 2 Products)
Visit our Merit Rewards Program page to learn more.
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How long does a loan approval take?
If you apply for a loan online, you can receive a loan decision in 60 seconds. In most other cases, we are able to provide a loan decision within 24 hours.