For the safety of our members and staff, all 1st Advantage branches will open at 11:00 AM Tuesday, December 9th due to inclement weather. Thank you for your understanding! ... Read more
Weather Alert
Due to inclement weather, our Richmond VA Medical Center branch will open at 11am on Friday, December 5th. Thank you for your understanding. ... Read more
Fraud Alert
1st Advantage will never contact you and ask for your social security number, account numbers, debit and credit card details, 1st Advantage Verification alert code or online banking credentials through email, text, or over the phone. Please keep your sensitive information safe and do not give it out. If you are contacted and concerned, please call us directly at 757-877-2444. ... Read more
Branch Closure
All 1st Advantage branches will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, in observance of Thanksgiving. While our branches are closed, we offer a variety of convenient services to help you manage your finances. Click here to explore our online and mobile banking options. ... Read more
Branch Closure
Delayed Opening at the Newtown Branch: Opening at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 21. Â ... Read more
Branch Closure
Our Ft. Eustis branch will permanently close at 3pm on Friday, September 26, 2025 as we prepare to relocate off base. ... Read more
Outage Alert
Mobile banking will be temporarily unavailable Saturday, June 21 from 12:00 AM to 6:00 AM due to scheduled maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. ... Read more
Notice
Join our Annual Meeting virtually on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 12:30 PM. All members are invited to attend this important event. You can participate from anywhere using the Microsoft Teams link here. ... Read more
The 1st Advantage Foundation is committed to giving back to our local military community. Now through December, the Foundation will be collecting items to be given to local military base baby pantries to support service members and their families. Continue reading →
Caring for an aging loved one can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. Join us for an informative evening featuring local experts who will share valuable insights, resources, and guidance to help you make confident decisions about senior care. Continue reading →
We’re once again partnering with WAVY-TV’s Coats for Families initiative to help keep our community warm. Drop off new or gently used coats in any size at any 1st Advantage branch now through December 28, 2025. Your kindness will help bring warmth to families and individuals in need this season. Continue reading →
What an incredible weekend! With the support of our dedicated players and community, the 1st Advantage Pickleball Tournament raised over $85,000 to benefit the 1st Advantage Foundation. Continue reading →
Nearly 200 1st Advantage colleagues rolled up their sleeves for our 19th annual Community Day — volunteering across 18 projects to support local organizations and causes that strengthen our community. Continue reading →
Whether you drive for ridesharing companies like Uber or Lyft, or an app-based delivery service, you need rideshare insurance. When you’re on the clock and using your personal vehicle during your shift as a driver for a ridesharing company, your personal auto insurer is unlikely to cover any accidents that happen during your gig. Here’s the lowdown when it comes to rideshare insurance. Continue reading →
If you weren’t able to watch the Richmond Medicare & More presentation live, no worries — the full session is now available to watch online at your convenience. This presentation had a stronger focus on veterans’ benefits and resources compared to our last session, making it especially valuable to our military community. Continue reading →
We all know the usual advice about saving money: try to stash away as much as you can, whenever you can. And that’s great advice! But once you’ve committed to putting money aside, a critical question follows: where should you put it? Continue reading →
Dealing with a big medical bill can feel overwhelming. When that statement arrives, it can be tempting to reach for your credit card to make the bill disappear as quickly as possible. But before you do, it’s worth knowing that there might be better ways to handle those costs and keep your finances healthy. Continue reading →
We know how easy it is to assume your personal insurance covers everything—until it doesn’t. From homeowners and renters to auto policies, hidden coverage gaps can leave you vulnerable to costly risks. This guide will help you understand what those gaps look like and how to protect yourself. Continue reading →