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Royal Credit Union earns Home Possible RISE Award from Freddie Mac

EAU CLAIRE, WI (May 22, 2024) — Royal Credit Union (Royal) has been awarded a Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) Home Possible RISE Award in the category of “Fastest Growth for a Credit Union.” The annual program, RISE (Recognizing Individuals for Sustained Excellence), salutes Freddie Mac’s top clients across multiple categories for excellence with the Home Possible® and HFA Advantage® mortgage products – Freddie Mac’s affordable lending solutions for very low- to low-income homebuyers. This award recognizes the combined efforts of Royal’s Mortgage Department and Lake Area Mortgage- A Division of Royal Credit Union. Royal is highly commended for helping borrowers overcome affordability challenges to achieve sustainable homeownership.

“It is truly an honor to have received the prestigious Home Possible RISE Award for our work to help people in Wisconsin and Minnesota enjoy the benefits of homeownership,” said Matthew Gerber, Vice President of Mortgage Lending at Royal. “It is a joy to see the smile on a homeowner’s face when they learn that their home awaits their arrival. Changing a family’s future by creating sustainable homeownership for people living in Wisconsin and Minnesota is our focus and mission.”

Royal provides a comprehensive suite of tools and resources for those seeking accessible and innovative mortgage lending solutions. From personalized guidance in-person or virtually to competitive rates and flexible terms, Royal is committed to providing Members with the support they need to navigate the mortgage process with confidence. For more information about Royal’s mortgage offerings and services, visit rcu.org/Mortgage.

About Royal Credit Union

Royal Credit Union is a federally insured credit union proudly serving over 300,000 Members in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Royal is driven by a core ideology built on a strong purpose and values. You can open an account or apply for a low-rate loan at Royal Credit Union if you live or work in 26 counties in western Wisconsin or 16 counties in Minnesota. Counties served in Wisconsin include Adams, Ashland, Bayfield, Barron, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Douglas, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Lincoln, Marathon, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Portage, Price, Rusk, Sawyer, St. Croix, Taylor, Trempealeau, Washburn, and Wood. Counties served in Minnesota include Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Goodhue, Hennepin, Isanti, Olmsted, Pine, Ramsey, Scott, Sherburne, Wabasha, Washington, Winona and Wright. A complete list of Member eligibility requirements is available on the Royal Credit Union website. To learn more about Royal, visit rcu.org or call 800-341-9911.