Clinton Township, Mich. – June 6, 2013: In today’s mobile world, there seems to be an app for just about everything. But until recently, there hasn’t been a non-biased car shopping app designed for credit union members. That’s why Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) has introduced the new AskAuto™ app, designed to make shopping for a car and applying for a loan easier than ever.
“As our members continue to do more and more from their mobile devices, it is important that MSGCU keeps up with their on-the-go lifestyle,” said MSGCU President and CEO Peter Gates. “The AskAuto app is a powerful research and lending tool that can help members shop for their dream car and apply for a great loan through MSGCU, all from their smartphone or tablet.”
With the AskAuto app, shoppers can scan vehicle identification numbers, or VINs, to get average retail costs and EPA mileage estimates. They can also make notes and rate all the vehicles they like. The AskAuto app saves the information for comparison later.
Meanwhile, the Credit Union can send messages about different loan options and dealer partnerships that might interest the AskAuto app user during the vehicle shopping process. Once the shopper has decided on their car, they can apply for their loan anytime or anywhere using their smartphone or tablet. In most states, shoppers can scan their driver’s license to prefill portions of the loan application. The AskAuto app also prefills vehicle information, saving typing time and ensuring accuracy of the information.
The AskAuto app helps users stay organized during the car buying process and easily gathers information needed to make an informed buying decision. Members can even use AskAuto to refinance their current vehicle by scanning the VIN and submitting an application, which could potentially save the member hundreds of dollars. The app is free and available for download at the Apple Store, Google Play for Android users or at http://askauto.loanliner.com/market. Members should be sure to select “Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union” on the app’s startup screen.
MSGCU’s Main branch is located at 40400 Garfield Road, just south of 18 Mile Road, in Clinton Township. For more information about membership eligibility, call 586.263.8800 or 1.866.MSGCU4U. Visit msgcu.org for more details about the products and services offered at Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union.
About Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union: For nearly 60 years, Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union has been providing quality financial services to its members. Founded by a handful of teachers, MSGCU now has more than 70,000 members, $1.23 billion in assets and more than 240 employees. The Credit Union has consistently received Bauer Financial’s highest rating, five stars, and obtained a member satisfaction rating of more than 97% in 2013. With eleven offices located throughout Macomb and Oakland Counties, MSGCU offers a full range of personal- and business-related financial services. For more information, visit www.msgcu.org, or call 586.263.8800 or 1.866.MSGCU4U.
