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What kind of loans can I get as a first-time borrower?

At Central One, first-time borrowers have access to a range of loan options designed to help you get started and build credit with confidence. Through our First-Time Borrower Program, you may qualify for:

  • Auto loans for your first car, including special discounts and financing options
  • Credit cards with low introductory rates and no annual fee to help you begin building credit
  • Credit Builder Loans created specifically for members with little to no credit history
  • First-time homebuyer mortgage programs to help you make homeownership a reality

Even if you’ve never borrowed before, we offer flexible solutions and personalized guidance to help you take that first step and build a strong financial foundation.

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Personal Loan Rates

Signature Personal Loan – 9.13%

Secured Loan – Share APR +3.00%

Personal Access Line of Credit (PAL) – Prime + 11.50% (floor rate is 9.99%)

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Adjustable Rate Mortgages

  • The 15/5 Adjustable Rate Mortgage offers a fixed APR of for the first 15 years then adjusts to a new rate every 5 years.

    Term: Available for terms up to 40 years.

    Rate caps: 2% per adjustment and 5% over the initial rate for the life of the loan.

    Benefits: Central One’s ARMs often have lower down payment requirements, lower initial monthly payments and lower initial APRs than a 30 year fixed rate.

    Calculate your monthly payment using the ARM Mortgage Calculator

    Prior to applying, please make sure your credit is not frozen by the credit reporting agencies, or we will not be able to process your application. Payments do not include taxes and insurance. 

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  • The 15/5 Adjustable Rate Mortgage offers a fixed APR of for the first 15 years then adjusts to a new rate every 5 years.

    Term: Available for terms up to 40 years.

    Rate caps: 2% per adjustment and 5% over the initial rate for the life of the loan.

    Benefits: Central One’s ARMs often have lower down payment requirements, lower initial monthly payments and lower initial APRs than a 30 year fixed rate.

    Calculate your monthly payment using the ARM Mortgage Calculator

    Prior to applying, please make sure your credit is not frozen by the credit reporting agencies or we will not be able to process your application. Payments do not include taxes and insurance. 

     

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  • The 10/5 Adjustable Rate Mortgage offers a fixed APR of for the first 10 years then adjusts to a new rate every 5 years.

    Term: Available for terms up to 30 years.

    Rate caps: 2% per adjustment and 5% over the initial rate for the life of the loan.

    Benefits: Central One’s ARMs often have lower down payment requirements, lower initial monthly payments and lower initial APRs than a 30 year fixed rate.

    Calculate your monthly payment using the ARM Mortgage Calculator

    Prior to applying, please make sure your credit is not frozen by the credit reporting agencies or we will not be able to process your application. Payments do not include taxes and insurance. 

     

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  • The 10/5 Adjustable Rate Mortgage offers a fixed APR of for the first 10 years then adjusts to a new rate every 5 years.

     

    Term: Available for terms up to 30 years.

    Rate caps: 2% per adjustment and 5% over the initial rate for the life of the loan.

    Benefits: Central One’s ARMs often have lower down payment requirements, lower initial monthly payments and lower initial APRs than a 30-year fixed rate.

     

    Calculate your monthly payment using the ARM Mortgage Calculator

    Prior to applying, please make sure your credit is not frozen by the credit reporting agencies, or we will not be able to process your application.

     

    Begin the Application Process Check Rates

  • The 5/1 Adjustable Rate Mortgage offers a fixed APR of for the first 5 years then adjusts to a new rate every 1 year.

     

    Term: Available for terms up to 30 years.

    Rate caps: 2% per adjustment and 5% over the initial rate for the life of the loan.

    Benefits: Central One’s ARMs often have lower down payment requirements, lower initial monthly payments and lower initial APRs than a 30-year fixed rate.

     

    Calculate your monthly payment using the ARM Mortgage Calculator

    Prior to applying, please make sure your credit is not frozen by the credit reporting agencies or we will not be able to process your application.

     

    Begin the Application Process Check Rates

  • The 5/1 Adjustable Rate Mortgage offers a fixed APR of for the first 5 years then adjusts to a new rate every 1 year.

     

    Term: Available for terms up to 30 years.

    Rate caps: 2% per adjustment and 5% over the initial rate for the life of the loan.

    Benefits: Central One’s ARMs often have lower down payment requirements, lower initial monthly payments and lower initial APRs than a 30 year fixed rate.

     

    Calculate your monthly payment using the ARM Mortgage Calculator

    Prior to applying, please make sure your credit is not frozen by the credit reporting agencies, or we will not be able to process your application.

     

    Begin the Application Process Check Rates

  • The 3/3 Adjustable Rate Mortgage offers a fixed APR of for the first 3 years then adjusts to a new rate every 3 years.

     

    Term: Available for terms up to 30 years.

    Rate caps: 2% per adjustment and 5% over the initial rate for the life of the loan.

    Benefits: Central One’s ARMs often have lower down payment requirements, lower initial monthly payments and lower initial APRs than a 30 year fixed rate.

     

    Calculate your monthly payment using the ARM Mortgage Calculator

    Prior to applying, please make sure your credit is not frozen by the credit reporting agencies or we will not be able to process your application.

     

    Begin the Application Process Check Rates

  • The 3/3 Adjustable Rate Mortgage offers a fixed APR of for the first 3 years then adjusts to a new rate every 3 years.

     

    Term: Available for terms up to 30 years.

    Rate caps: 2% per adjustment and 5% over the initial rate for the life of the loan.

    Benefits: Central One’s ARMs often have lower down payment requirements, lower initial monthly payments and lower initial APRs than a 30 year fixed rate.

     

    Calculate your monthly payment using the ARM Mortgage Calculator

    Prior to applying, please make sure your credit is not frozen by the credit reporting agencies or we will not be able to process your application.

     

    Begin the Application Process Check Rates

  • The 1/1 Adjustable Rate Mortgage offers a fixed APR of for the first 1 year then adjusts to a new rate every 1 year.

     

    Term: Available for terms up to 30 years.

    Rate caps: 2% per adjustment and 5% over the initial rate for the life of the loan.

    Benefits: Central One’s ARMs often have lower down payment requirements, lower initial monthly payments and lower initial APRs than a 30-year fixed rate.

     

    Calculate your monthly payment using the ARM Mortgage Calculator

    Prior to applying, please make sure your credit is not frozen by the credit reporting agencies or we will not be able to process your application.

     

    Begin the Application Process Check Rates

  • The 1/1 Adjustable Rate Mortgage offers a fixed APR of for the first 1 year then adjusts to a new rate every 1 year.

     

    Term: Available for terms up to 30 years.

    Rate caps: 2% per adjustment and 5% over the initial rate for the life of the loan.

    Benefits: Central One’s ARMs often have lower down payment requirements, lower initial monthly payments and lower initial APRs than a 30 year fixed rate.

     

    Calculate your monthly payment using the ARM Mortgage Calculator

    Prior to applying, please make sure your credit is not frozen by the credit reporting agencies or we will not be able to process your application.

     

    Begin the Application Process Check Rates

Order Checks for your Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)

You can order checks through this link Order Checks or by calling 800-355-8123. You will need to input your account number and the Central One routing number (211387169). As a security precaution, you will not be able to change the address on the checks and all orders will be sent to the address of record on the account.

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