SEATTLE – Watermark CU, one of the largest credit unions in the Puget Sound area, said last week it has agreed to acquire Share CU, a $32 million credit union here that serves the health care industry.
Share CU, which has two offices, said it sought a merger mate because it needs a larger base to continue to grow in a very competitive market.
Watermark CU has seven branches and $490 million in assets.
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