I think I left my DLCard one of the office. Can't connect to them. I called the only 800 number and has been waiting for 22 minutes. This is the ridiculous service. Terrible. I'm in the way to SF airport. I need to pick up my drivers license so I can drive my car there. Please answer my call. read more

I currently have a credit card loan, I called today because I was charged with double interest on December, I called today and the lady didn't help me at all, she said she was going to have someone to give a call back, no one called me read more

After receiving multiple emails to finish my application I went ahead and completed it; then the buffering started and I'm waiting on a response. The response came only to say 'sorry we're having difficulties at this time please try again later'. This really rattled my cage because the system was working just fine enough to collect all of my personal information. And I never received a follow up from the credit union to complete my applying. read more

Easy to open up free checking/ Savings great rate on credit card and easy loan process.

Helpful , knowledgeable and courteous staff. Really appreciate it and highly recommend.

Just wanted to express my personal appreciation for the patient & informative bank attendant that Ms. Michelle is. She was courteous, personable & highly professional. Just want to say THANKS MICHELLE I actually enjoyed being enrolled...& that's a first read more

My card was skimmed and I filed a report. The person wouldn't believe my claim and kept denying it was fraudulent. Really bad experience. For what my word is worth, the atm charges really were not mine and I was at work all day while someone used my card to rack up a bunch of charges at some bar near my house (about $100). I feel so vulnerable and exposed. This has happened before with other banks, and I always receive the money back. I never have been treated by someone like this reports person at 1st united bank. I never ever write a review. I feel like I am compelled by the situation. I started using this bank because of an old car loan. Now, I am pulling all of my money right now. Usually really good customer service. I guess if your debt car gets skimmed and used about town, it is the victims fault. read more

Very helpful and friendly. Parking is challenging but they validate at the garage around the corner

I had a bad experience here trying to get assistance. I was asked to wait in the waiting area about 10 minutes and this manager is from the (Rockridge) office was present. This person could have helped me with my concerns instead of taking care of your personal business on business time. I felt it was unacceptable and rude. read more

Berkeley branch customer service is second to none. Quick service and very professional. I was completely impressed how welcoming each and everyone in the branch. I will highly recommend this bank. Kudos to Taylor she exceeds my expectations. read more

I had a bad experience here trying to setup and new business checking account. I was asked to wait outside until about 10 minutes after my scheduled appointment (I arrived about 10 minutes early) only to be told by the same person that asked me to wait outside that my appointment was canceled because no manager was present. This person could have easily communicated that to me before I was asked to wait outside. Took my business to Mechanics Bank instead and had a great experience. read more

I have been a member of !st United since the 90's and I have had nothing but good experiences with them. Despite this being a stressful period and the phone lines are very busy, I was able to speak with a wonderful Representative. Fabiola was patient, very friendly and professional. She assisted me and was able to accomplish exactly what I requested within two days!! I am unable to write enough good things about Fabiola or adequately describe my relief after she assisted me. read more

I love it here! I have a strong frienship with all the tellers. I am greeted eachitime i gotta in im actually about to stop by right now but i just wanted to come here first and say i appreciate this bank. the location the people the atmosphere etv. I appreciate it read more

They are always nice and professional. They have online access to your accounts and high yield savings options. No long lines why I have gone there. read more

Berkeley - excellent customer service experience. Michelle helped me. She was kind, answered all my questions and very professional. I was extremely happy - it made my day!! read more

If you like being charged thousands in overdraft fees in one year and being put into financial ruin by a banking institution then this is the bank for you. Oh and if you enjoy waiting days for funds to be released (and being charged more fees while you wait) then you will really enjoy doing business with this corporation. Who doesn't like waiting days for access to their own money? read more

An excellent bank to deal with. I have been an valued customer for over 2years now with no issues. All staff are professional and knowledgeable. Excellent good customer service. Smiles and plenty of greeting as soon as you enter the door. Highly recommend to bank with. read more

I've been banking with them for years my mom had this account since it was only for state workers then she put me and my sibling on and we've been here ever since my favorite person at the Berkeley branch is Taylor she's awesome funny and is always straight down for business I don't plan on leaving anytime soon read more

By far my favorite location to come to when banking with 1st United. The employees are amazingly helpful when I fail to use the atm properly, yikes. I always look forward to seeing the staff and saying hello- they even remember that I need a parking validation occasionally I'm such a happy client!! Thanks, Berkeley crew! read more

Alicia is so helpful and personable . The manager here is also a doll. This isn't my regular branch bc it's out of my way, but it's always a pleasure stopping here. I love this credit union. read more

It took them two hours to simply create a checking account for me and my partner. I think this should take 15 minutes at most. I could forgive that as a one-time staffing ineptitude that happens. But what makes them a bank worth NOT considering is the horrible online banking experience. Their online banking doesn't have basic features. So, for example if I write a physical check and I forget who that check was for when I'm doing my accounting, there is no way of finding out. If a physical check is deposited, it just says "deposit" and the amount. It does not indicate who the check is from. So, if you are doing any basic accounting and need to double check something, you can't rely on their bill pay software to provide info (other banks will address this by having a picture of your check deposited clickable). They've deposited money to incorrect accounts numerous times. The only reason I didn't give them a 1 star is I presume their money is not invested in prisons and stuff like that. I like the idea of a community bank. But my experience with 1st United has been lacking. read more

I am a member and was around the area on Friday, I was very impressed with the customer service at this location, June was very helpful and had excellent customer service helping me through my transactions and questions. She also connected me to loans dept where Melisa was also super accommodating and helpful. Thank you for a quick and excellent service. I also love the College Ave Branch however I visited the Alameda Branch before and staff needs improvement on their customer service. read more

I came into the credit union Today. June was very very helpful to me. I like them so much I drive from Sacramento to do my business. Chris the manager is the best. read more

I don't know anything about the credit union itself, as I've never stepped foot inside. This is a review of 1st United Credit Union's ATM, and this review has been years in the making. I'm a member of a different credit union, and I used this ATM for a year or so because it was the closest credit-union ATM to my work. Then my credit union cheaped out and issued me a debit card without raised numbers, and 1st United Credit Union's ATM wouldn't accept the card, probably because a card with a magnetic strip but no raised numbers is likely to be a clone. In any case, although at the time I applauded 1st United Credit Union's apparent commitment to security, I could no longer use its Milvia Street ATM, even though I tried every six months or so. A few months back, my credit union finally got with the program and issued me a debit card with raised numbers and a security chip. (A security chip!) I had to try 1st United Credit Union's ATM again because USE Credit Union on Shattuck is a little too far and because Patelco Credit Union's branch on Shattuck burned down along with Mandarin Garden (RIP). The big day was here. For the first time since 2011 or 2012, I could use this conveniently located ATM. I inserted my card, chose English, entered my PIN, chose to withdraw $200 from checking, and guess what? 1st United Credit Union's ATM asked me whether I wanted my money in twenties or in hundreds! What? I used to live in the Midwest, and I know some ATMs there disburse tens, fives, and even ones along with the normal twenties; but this is California, and I've never seen an ATM that didn't do only twenties. And who ever heard of getting hundreds from an ATM? So of course I canceled my transaction, reinserted my card, chose English, entered my PIN, and chose to withdraw $180 from checking. I then chose the hundreds option. Bingo. A hundred-dollar bill and four twenties later, and I was ecstatic. I can get hundreds from a conveniently located credit-union ATM! Not that I really need hundreds, but I like being able to get them. This ATM is wonderful, although its location could be secured a little better. read more

came into the branch in Berkeley to ask what was needed to open an account here for both myself and my children and was told that I would need my ssn card. Understanding procedures and policy, the way that it was explained seemed like it was optional at one point and a requirement at another during the conversation. I asked that since it was stated that "sometimes" the system would ask for a copy I could at least start the process to see if it would indeed ask for a copy of my ssn. She (maybe the manager) said yes however we'd recommend you just come in with it. It did not seem like she wanted to even try and it felt like I was being discriminated against. Being that she could have started the process to see whether or not I would need a copy but made a choice not to is not a good look for people looking to do business with 1st United. I am knowledgeable about credit unions however I understand that there are procedures that must be followed, this seemed more of a optional thing that could have been accommodated but it appeared that they would rather inconvenience a person. Not here to bad mouth this CU, just share an experience. I may try a different location but I will never patronize this location as I feel that I was brushed off because they simply didn't want to assist. read more

Amazing service! There was a long line as the ATM outside was not working at it was close to closing and the staff were so kind and patient to make sure everyone waiting was helped. It can be so stressful when you need to do banking at a time like this as a customer, I can only imagine what the staff have to deal with daily. Very happy that I was able to get everything squared away. Thank you! read more

I love the Berkeley branch today I went to refinance my car Elaine was very helpful actually everyone in the office is very customer friendly and always take care of me , I have been banking with the credit for over 20yrs would definitely refer them to my friends and family. read more

I just became a member on 2/26/2019 the staff was really helpful. Chris was the person to help me out. The process was fast and simple. I Recommend people to come here the staff is amazing read more

The staff at the Berkeley branch is always welcoming and friendly. I always feel right at home when I come in.Elaine Chris Janet and June are always helpful. read more

Went to the branch this morning and was serviced by Alicia. She was extremely helpful and friendly! I almost forgot that I was in a bank. The experience was more like going to a restaurant or boutique. Alicia and the other staff were all pleasant and accommodating. If you're in the areas and have banking needs I highly recommend making a stop by! read more

Professional and friendly. No turnover same great staff. Knowledgeable on all aspects of loans.

The branch manager is not a nice lady... that's all I have to say.... I think the rest of the people are ok, but that snookie lady who sites in her semi office is ......just not.... read more

I'd recommend this branch to anyone. Pretty small office but service is fast. I came in earlier this week to become a member. It was on my lunch break and I was a little pressed for time, but that was no problem. Michele helped me set up my accounts in a flash and has been super accommodating with everything I have needed help with. She is one of the most personable and service minded people I've ever had the pleasure of doing business with! read more

The customer service and help at this particular branch is awesome. The staff are nice and they go out their way to solve any problem you may have . read more

ive been threw a lot of banks and being this was also my first bank as a kid that my mom introduced me to. this bank has had my back from broke to employed . the service is always amazing. every issue was fixed with no problem. i hopefully will finance my car with them soon.. i love this Berkeley branch and every employee is AMAZING!!!! read more

Best credit union! The best group of girls! I come to the branch to handle business and they are always so kind to me. Its like my second home read more

DO NOT get a loan with this company. They are the definition of bait and switch. They are all sugar and spice when you first talk to them, but ever since I opened accounts and took out an auto loan with them, it has been a different story. There is always some "other" gobbledy gook story that has to be tracked down and wastes a lot of time. They quoted me a rate when I first applied and then later tried to jack up the rate once the auto dealer had written up the contract. I contested and threatened to walk, and they honored the original rate. Since then, it's always something. The website is clunky and the on line support is very spotty. Gobbledy gook that pretends to help, but does not actually help and sometimes creates more confusion. Since they, I have caught them tacking on false "interest" and fake late fees on payments that I've been well ahead of. If you value your time and your money, don't fall for their tricks. They are just not that good to do business with. read more

My mother and I went a few days ago to open new accounts. Really kind people there. We were well attended, and the building had clean air (we both are allergic to dust). It was a professional environment although quaint. Our main helper was Elaine, who was very patient and guided us through the video teller experience (I had never seen one in use before). Looking forward to going again soon. read more

Worst bank I've ever been a member of. This is not an exaggeration. When they had tellers they "stopped accepting coins for deposit." You're a bank, accepting money is literally all you are supposed to do. They claim to be community oriented but they replaced all the tellers with machines. The wait times on the phone are egregious. When you do get someone on the phone and they say the need to transfer you--they offer to give you the "direct number" in case you get disconnected, but this number is LITERALLY the general phone number printed on the back of the card. They send you letters for benefits you qualify for, when you speak with a counselor to get more information they assure you that you will be approved, and then when you apply they deny you and lower your credit score. This has happened to me multiple times. I can't wait to move and leave this awful, predatory bank. read more

If you want to avoid the big banks charging you like crazy, the credit unions are good alternative options. Most of them are good and some are better than others. 1st United Services Credit Union in Berkeley is one of the better one. I've just opened an account here but my first impression was very positive. I looked the costumers there and observed satisfaction in their faces. 1st United Services CU is insured both by NCUA and ASI. Some credit unions are insured only by ASI. I would avoid them during this though economic times. It is time to become more mature regarding our financial situation. When you open a new account they ask you if you want to get their credit card. If you don't need one just say no and they will leave you alone. Overall, I recommend 1st United Services Credit Union, the Berkeley branch to all of you. NA. read more