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Align Credit Union Membership Expansion:

THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
Division of Banks
ALIGN CREDIT UNION, Lowell, Massachusetts has petitioned the Commissioner of Banks for permission to amend its by-laws pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 171, section 10 to expand the associations which qualify persons for membership. The amendment proposes to expand membership eligibility to include those who live, work, or attend school within the following Massachusetts municipalities: Ashburnham, Auburn, Fitchburg, Gardner, Holden, Hubbardston, Leicester, Leominster, Lunenburg, Millbury, Oxford, Paxton, Princeton, Sterling, Sutton, Templeton, West Boylston, Westminster, Winchendon, and Worcester. Any objections or comments relative to this proposal must be communicated in writing to the Commissioner of Banks, One Federal Street, Suite 710, Boston, Massachusetts 02110 or via electronic mail to dob.comments@mass.gov no later than July 24, 2026. A public hearing may be held if the response is considered significant or circumstances warrant such a hearing, as determined by the Commissioner. The petitioner's application and all communications relative to this application are available from the Division by request at dob.rao@mass.gov.
MARY L. GALLAGHER
Commissioner of Banks

Independence Day Closure:

All Align branches will be CLOSED on Friday, July 3rd, 2026, and Saturday, July 4, 2026, in observance of Independence Day.

Transactions can be made during this time by accessing your account through online, mobile* and telephone banking.  We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. * Message and data charges may apply.

Electronic Statement Access Alert:

Some members may experience limited access to their electronic statements. This is a temporary issue, and our team is actively working to resolve it. At this time: Only accounts associated with your surviving member number may appear on your statement. If your member number was previously changed, you may only see statements generated after that change. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve this issue.

Mortgages

Mortgages

Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you can make. Whether you're in the market for your first home, trading up to a new one, or getting ready to downsize, we have a mortgage to match. 

Mortgage Loan Options

Mortgage Calculator Resource

If you wish to evaluate mortgage payment options, our online calculators can assist you in estimating potential payments, determining affordability, assessing qualification amounts, and exploring additional scenarios.

Fixed Rate Mortgages

  • Various terms available
  • Easy to budget with predictable monthly payments
  • Consider a fixed rate mortgage when:
    • You don't plan to move for a number of years
    • You don't want to worry about rising interest rates
    • You expect your income to remain stable.

Adjustable Rate Mortgages

  • Various terms available
  • Fixed interest rate for the initial term and then adjusts according to an index
  • Saves money with lower starting rate than fixed-rate loans
  • Consider an adjustable rate mortgage when:
    • You plan to move or payoff your mortgage within 15 years
    • You want a lower monthly payment and are comfortable with a variable rate.

Homebuyer Webinars

  • How do I get pre-approved?
  • What type of mortgage is right for me?
  • What is the process and timeline?
  • How do I make an offer on a property?
  • What are the benefits of borrowing locally?
  • Can I still buy a home if I have had past credit issues?


Disclosure:
Membership eligibility requirements apply. Membership must be established prior to closing. Members must maintain a $5 deposit relationship.

 

Start Your Application

If you’re thinking about buying a home, now or down the road, speak with us first. We’ll look at your unique situation and build a customized plan.

Important Notice Before You Apply
Align Credit Union offers many products to suit your individual needs. This Pre-Application request will guide you through some of the important questions and information needed to process your loan. We’re here to assist you. You will need to create an account to start the process. You may save your Pre-Application at any time to either return and complete it, or to contact a Mortgage Originator for assistance. Please complete all of the information fields that are applicable to your situation. The information will be provided to your Align Credit Union Mortgage Originator, who will contact you to help you complete your Pre-Application request. To prepare, the following items will be helpful to have available:

  • Social Security numbers for each Borrower
  • Employment history and income amounts
  • Information on assets, liabilities and expenses

After completing the Pre-Application request, your Mortgage Originator will contact you to complete the process and explain all available loan programs and to discuss what works best for you. Please note this is not a credit application. Don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions during your Pre-Application request.


Please note: Membership eligibility requirements apply and membership must be established prior to closing.


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