What are some of the benefits of being a member of the Preferred CU Financial Club?         As a member of the Preferred Club, you have access to free financial information, advice and commentary from financial and investment professionals.  You also have access to free On-Line Banking through Great Lakes Credit Union, Inc.       What is the history of Great Lakes Credit Union?         Great Lakes Credit Union was established in 1940 and currently servers over 8,000 members.  Bauer Financial Services has given Great Lakes Credit Union it's highest, Five Star Rating and the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), an agency of the Federal Government, insures all deposits up to $1,000,000.  For more information on the history of Great Lakes Credit Union, click here.       What other on-line services does Great Lakes Credit Union offer?         On Great Lakes Credit Union's website, www.glcu.com, you can open accounts, apply for loans and credit cards, pay your bills and access, monitor and balance your accounts and loans, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by signing up for Free Internet Banking.       What kind of information is posted on the Preferred Club website?         On a bi-weekly basis, you will see information posted on the site regarding the latest economic issues, financial concerns and investment advice and strategies.       Is there a fee to bcome a member of the Preferred CU Financial Club?         To become a member of the Preferred CU Financial Club you will be required to pay a low, yearly due of $5.00.  You will be billed via e-mail after you have joined the club and on a yearly basis after that.       How do I join the Preferred CU Financial Club?         Simple, click here to fill out the Preferred CU Financial Club membership application or you can click the "join" button on the Home Page.       How do I join Great Lakes Credit Union?         First, you have to join the Preferred CU Financial Club.  Then, go to Great Lakes Credit Union's website, www.glcu.com, click the "Apply For Membership" link at the top of the page and enter "Preferred CU Financial Club" as your eligibility for membership. A Great Lakes Credit Union Personal Account Manager will contact after receiving your on-line application to review membership requirements and answer any questions that you may have.