New!

History, tradition, and Western New York roots for over 135 years. The BTF has accepted First Niagara Bank's proposal to offer banking services to our members. First Niagara Bank has 34 branches and 50 ATM's conveniently located throughout Western New York.

First Niagara Bank has prepared a special package of banking services specifically for the members of the Buffalo Teachers Federation. You will be eligible to receive:

...special checking features:

• Free Checking, with no per check fees or minimum balance requirement
• Free personalized checks with BTF logo
• $50 bonus for opening a new checking account and an additional $50 bonus for setting up direct deposit of your paycheck*
• Immediate availability of direct deposit

...services that focus on your convenience:

• Free Debit card with no transaction fees at over 140 First Niagara ATM's across New York State
• Free online banking and bill pay
• Free travelers checks and money orders
• 50% off safe deposit rental for the first year
• 24-hour Customer Connection Line

...and discounts on loan services:

• Special reduced rate on First Niagara's Home Equity Line of Credit**
• $150 savings on residential mortgage closing costs.

You will also find First Niagara to be a full-service financial service provider. Through UVEST Financial Services, you would have access to knowledgeable professionals who can assist you with your investment planning needs, from retirement planning to education funding. They also provide life, disability and long-term care insurance, as well as homeowners and auto insurance.

* One $50 cash bonus per customer/household with a First Niagara checking account. Minimum deposit of $25 required to open a First Niagara checking account. Minimum deposit of $250 per month required to receive $50 direct deposit bonus. One $50 cash bonus per customer/household. Direct Deposit bonus will be deposited into a First Niagara checking account within 45 days after the first direct deposit into the account. Offers available on new accounts only. Employees of First Niagara are not eligible.

** Automatic deduction of the loan payment from a First Niagara checking account is required to obtain the offered rate.