Published: April 02, 2007
Bank of Internet USA and Camping World Form Strategic Alliance to Offer Deposit and Loan Products to Recreational Vehicle (RV) Enthusiasts
Shared Vision for Growing Needs of RV Lifestyle Leads Companies to Form RVBank.com

Bank of Internet USA (the Bank), a wholly
owned subsidiary of B of I Holding, Inc. (NASDAQ: BOFI), and CWI, Inc.
(Camping World) announced today that they have launched a five-year
marketing agreement to offer deposit and loan products to recreational
vehicle customers through RVBank.com, a new website operating as a branch
of Bank of Internet USA. The agreement will allow both companies to drive
new growth opportunities by matching Internet banking with the financial
needs of the RV lifestyle and by introducing "Boomer" and "Senior" Internet banking customers to
the freedom of recreational vehicle ownership.
Effective April 1, 2007, RVBank began serving the customers of Camping World, America's largest
retailer of RV parts and accessories, by offering online FDIC-insured bank
deposits and loans nationwide with the great rates and low fees that Bank of Internet USA has been
providing to customers for more than six years.
A leader in Internet banking, Bank of Internet USA offers all RVBank
products online including checking accounts,
bill pay,
certificates of deposits, mortgage loans,
home equity
loans and more through one office, with no branches, and passes the
overhead savings to customers. RVBank customers won't need to worry about
bank statements sitting in a mailbox or storing checks while on the road.
With Bank of Internet's RVBank, all information is available online 24/7.
Bill pay is free and RVBank reimburses up to $10 per month in ATM fees
charged by other banks anywhere in the world. RVBank customers who need a
home equity loan apply online through a secure Internet connection. Upon
approval, the customer will receive an email and a bank representative will
arrange to meet the customer nearly anywhere in the U.S. to sign documents.
Camping World is the dominant brand in the RV industry with more than 70
locations across 27 states. Camping World has a robust website and a
catalog mail order call center. No other organization works harder to meet
the needs of RV owners with both great service and exceptional value.
Services include:
-- An offering of over 12,000 SKUs of parts and accessories
-- Over 400 nationwide service bays & 17 collision centers
-- A President's Club with over 700,000 Members who receive special
discounts on purchases plus added benefits and privileges
-- In-store Resource and Performance Centers which offer friendly,
knowledgeable personnel ready to help RVers find RV lifestyle-related
services to fit their needs (including insurance, extended warranties,
emergency road service, etc.)
-- The Camping World RV Institute, which provides comprehensive training
and quality vocational education for prospective RV service technicians
-- Good Will Ambassador Program (network of RV volunteer couples,
promoting CW nationwide)
"We are working together because we share the vision of a growing,
underserved RV market with high-quality customers with unique service
needs," said Gary Lewis Evans, CEO of Bank of Internet. "Bank of Internet
began serving the RV niche market in mid-2006, and this new alliance with
Camping World and RVBank will show more customers how easy and rewarding
the self-service banking option can be."
"RVBank is just another example of how our organization brings needed
services and attractive offers to our customers," said Marcus Lemonis, CEO
and Chairman of Camping World. "The growth in online banking matches the
needs of our increasingly mobile customers. Our customers will save time
and money by letting RVBank take care of their banking needs."
About B of I Holding, Inc. and Bank of Internet USA
B of I Holding, Inc. is the holding company of Bank of Internet USA and
trades on NASDAQ under the symbol BOFI.
The Bank of Internet USA is a consumer-focused, FDIC-insured, nationwide
savings bank operating primarily over the Internet. It offers a variety of
consumer banking services, focusing primarily on gathering retail deposits
over the Internet and originating and purchasing multifamily, single family
and home equity mortgage loans and mortgage-backed securities. The Bank
also is an indirect originator of RV loans. Bank of Internet offers it
products through its websites at BofI.com, SeniorBofI.com, RVBank.com and
ApartmentBank.com.
About Camping World
Camping World is a wholly owned subsidiary of Affinity Group, Inc (AGI).
AGI and its affiliated companies serve the safety, security, comfort and
convenience needs of the North American outdoor and recreational vehicle
market. Our roots go back to 1941 with the publication of Trailer Life
magazine. AGI's goal has been simple: Make RV ownership and the RV
lifestyle more enjoyable.
AGI is parent to several businesses that provide goods and services to the
outdoor recreation market. AGI owns and operates several clubs for RV
owners including the Good Sam Club, Coast to Coast and Camp Club USA. AGI
also supports the enjoyment of the RV lifestyle through campground
directories and buyer's guides, consumer magazines, regional publications,
and websites.
Through its various companies, brands, products and services, AGI targets
almost every aspect of the diverse and dynamic outdoor recreation market.
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