There is a difference between a “credit union” and a “bank”. Credit Unions, afaik, do not sell your mortgage down the river. And the money they receive in interest payments is used locally to fund other local growth. A credit union is a good thing, and I do not believe you are a fool when paying your mortgage through a credit union. If you use a bank, and you are able to do so, *move your loan* to a local credit union. Send a message of “no confidence” to the banking industry. Even if you lose a percentage point on the interest, take heart in that this benefits your neighbors. Look for CU’s (credit unions) in your area!
Credit Unions Rock, I saved 5 pts on my car loan,3 pts on my HELOC I could go on and on, I moved all my stuff over to the CU