Member Privilege

Having a check returned due to insufficient funds can be a costly and humiliating experience. That's why we provide "Member Privilege," a special overdraft privilege for SUN Credit Union's members.

Member Privilege gives you an added level of protection against unanticipated cash flow emergencies and account reconciliation errors.

At SUN Credit Union, we do not encourage overdrafts. As always, we encourage you to maintain your finances responsibly. The purpose of this privilege is to save you from the embarrassment, additional merchant fees or other problems that might result if a check is returned.

What is Member Privilege?
Member Privilege is an overdraft privilege limit that is automatically assigned to your checking account. There is no action required on your part. You do not need to sign anything.

How does Member Privilege work?
As long as you maintain your account in good standing (defined as making regular deposits and bringing your account to a positive balance at least once every 30 days) SUN Credit Union may honor overdrafts up to the Member Privilege limit on your account.

What does my Member Privilege cost?
There is no additional cost associated with this privilege unless you use it. However, you should keep in mind that you will be charged our standard NSF fee of $20 for each item paid under the limit.

What is my Member Privilege limit? If I have two checking accounts, can I get Member Privilege on both?
Locate your account type below and make note of the corresponding limit. If you have multiple accounts for your household, you may have a limit on all eligible accounts.

How do I know when I use the overdraft limit? What if I go beyond my Member Privilege limit?
You will receive an overdraft notice in the mail each time items are paid. Overdrafts above and beyond your established Member Privilege limit may result in a check or checks being returned to the payee. The standard NSF fee will be charged per item and assessed to your account. So as not to exceed your limit if you use Member Privilege, you should note that the amount of the overdraft plus our standard NSF fie of $20 for each item will be deducted from your overdraft limit.

How quickly must I repay my Member Privilege?
You should make every attempt to bring your account to a positive balance within 30 days. If you are not able to do so, you will receive a letter from SUN Credit Union informing you of the situation. If; after a period of time, your account has not been brought to a positive balance, we will suspend your overdraft privilege limit and take other steps to recover funds.

How soon can I use my Member Privilege?
If you are a new active account holder, you may be able to use the overdraft privilege limit assigned to your account 90 days after the account is opened.

What are some of the ways I may have access to my Member Privilege limit? Will my limit be reflected in the balance I receive?
The chart below is designed to make you aware of the different ways you can access your Member Privilege limit and whether or not this limit will be reflected in the balance provided.

By keeping accurate records and knowing your balance, you can avoid mistakenly accessing your limit and incurring NSF fees. The best way to do this is to use your checkbook register to keep track of your deposits, written checks, withdrawals and ATM or debit card trans- actions. Always reconcile your register with your monthly statement.

What if I do not want to have Member Privilege on my Checking account?
In the event you would like to have this service removed from your account; you may do so by calling (954) 967-4441, option 3. However, once this service is removed, you should keep in mind that if an item is presented for payment and there are not sufficient funds in your account, the item will be returned to the payee and our standard NSF fee of $20 will be charged per item.

For more information, contact a Member Relations Representative.