Dollars & Sense: Why Switch to Checking with Benefits

Hughes Federal Credit Union

Regular checking accounts are essential, but they’re like empty canvases—they hold your money but don’t actively help it grow. Checking accounts that offer extended benefits often provide discounts and rewards that can transform them into powerful financial tools.

Hughes Federal Credit Union’s Checking PLUS program, powered by Benefits Plus, is an example of how checking accounts go beyond basic banking. It’s a members-only program that transforms your checking account into a powerful financial tool. Here’s how Checking PLUS helps members make the most of their money.

Earning on Everyday Spending

* Cash Back Shopping: Imagine getting money back on groceries, clothes, electronics, and more – Checking PLUS rewards you for everyday purchases at thousands of popular stores.

* Local Discounts: Support local businesses and save! Checking PLUS unlocks exclusive discounts at Tucson-area restaurants, shops, and service providers.

* Travel Perks: Love to travel? Checking PLUS doesn’t just hold your money – it helps you stretch it further with travel cash back on hotels, flights, and car rentals. Plus, enjoy guaranteed lowest prices on travel arrangements.

* Warehouse Club Cash Back: Already a Costco or Sam’s Club member? Checking PLUS rewards your loyalty with cash back on memberships.

More Than Just Savings

Checking PLUS goes beyond boosting your purchasing power. It also offers valuable protections, including:

* Cell Phone Protection: Accidents happen! Checking PLUS offers up to $600 for repairs on damaged smartphones, providing peace of mind.

* Extended Warranties: Get extra protection for your purchases! Checking PLUS extends manufacturer warranties on eligible items for an additional year.

* Identity Theft Restoration: Unfortunately, identity theft is a risk. Checking PLUS provides identity theft restoration services, helping you recover if you become a victim.

Unlocking a World of Benefits

Some programs may offer other protections on purchases made with your checking account. For example, Hughes’ Checking PLUS offers protections that include:

Other perks of checking accounts that offer additional benefits can include discounts on travel, dining, and other amenities. Hughes’ Checking Plus account offers benefits that include:

* Discounts on entertainment, such as tickets to movies, concerts, sporting events, and theater shows with TicketXpress.

* Discounts on gift cards to popular retailers and restaurants. This is a great way to save money on gifts for birthdays, holidays, or special occasions.

* Discounted eGift cards to restaurants.

The Bottom Line

Checking accounts that offer benefits such as these not only offer rewards for everyday spending, but they can also offer protection for your valuables and even help with savings for other lifestyle events.

For more information on Hughes’ Checking PLUS, visit a local Hughes Federal Credit Union branch or scan the QR code for more information and to become a member.