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A W O R D from the CEO 02 | | Spring 2017 We're continuing our mission to encourage our member-owners to fully embrace life while striving to help them Plan It, Earn It, Enjoy It and Share It. This quarter, we'll provide ways to help you "Earn It" by broadening your involvement with American Airlines Federal Credit Union in order to build a solid base for day-to-day life. That may include earning Connection Points TM by fi nancing your mortgage with us or letting your home investment work for you through a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC). You can also put your Credit Union membership to greater use by taking advantage of direct deposit discounts on checking accounts or exploring a variety of benefi ts provided by our rewards credit card. As always, this issue of ® includes plenty of informative stories to make the most of what you've earned, whether it's tips to get your home market-ready for the summer (see Page 10) or ideas on how to get your own business off the ground (See Page 20). You'll also fi nd lots of additional fi nancial advice and helpful information on all the channels we use to communicate with you, in addition to educational opportunities offered with ongoing seminars designed to help you enjoy the fruits of your labor. Let us show you how to make the most of your fi nancial future. After all, you've earned it. All the best, Angie Owens President & CEO Federally insured by NCUA President & Chief Executive Offi cer Angie Owens Senior Vice President, Marketing and Operations Lori Hall Vice President, Marketing & Business Development Lori Reeves Marketing Communications Manager Todd Camp A MERIC AN AIRLINES CONTENT SERVICES Publisher Jane Geelan-Sayres Creative Director J.R. Arebalo Jr. Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Robertson Norris Associate Editor Gina Mayfi eld Senior Designers Erica Espiritu Gonzalez Wilfredo J. Torres Designers Sam Goodlin Esteban Jaramillo Account Manager KariAnne Harmon A MERIC AN AIRLINES Director of Finance John Pittman Senior Financial Analyst Tiana Saenz Distribution Manager John Depew EDITORIAL OFFICES 4333 Amon Carter Blvd., MD 5575 Fort Worth, TX 76155 jennifer.norris@aa.com ® is published by Content Services, a unit of American Airlines. ©2017 by American Airlines. All rights reserved. No part of this magazine may be reprinted or otherwise duplicated without the written permission of the editor and American Airlines Federal Credit Union. American Airlines Credit Union and CAARS are registered trademarks of American Airlines, Inc. This publication may provide links or references to Internet sites as a convenience to our readers. While American Airlines Credit Union endeavors to provide resources that are reputable and safe, we are not responsible for the information, products or services obtained on such sites and are not liable for any damages arising from your access to such sites. The content, accuracy and opinions expressed and the links provided by these resources are not monitored or endorsed by American Airlines Credit Union. These articles are for general information purposes only. American Airlines Credit Union urges its members to do independent research and to consult with fi nancial and legal professionals before making fi nancial decisions. The opinions expressed by the authors do not necessarily refl ect the opinions and views of American Airlines Credit Union, nor does the inclusion of the articles in this magazine constitute endorsements by the authors or American Airlines Credit Union of any of the products advertised therein. ® and cent$ ® : it all adds up are registered trademarks of American Airlines Federal Credit Union. American Airlines Credit Union and the Flight Symbol are marks of American Airlines, Inc. Take advantage of what you've earned