Everyone wants to experience the benefit of saving money. Sometimes the challenges of life can prevent people from being able to do so.
Stay positive! Around 14 million people in the UK have less than £100 in savings – you’re not alone!
The thought of saving may seem impossible. Don’t worry, the right time will come. Pauline is a great example of this…
Finding South Manchester Credit Union
Pauline became a member of South Manchester Credit Union back in 2004 after someone recommended us to her.
“I was a single mother of 4 with little support around me, struggling to make ends meet.”
Pauline had 2 things in mind; her biggest goal was to learn to save. Alongside this, Pauline was reassured by the option of loans being available, providing peace of mind. As someone with little support around her, she was able to feel as though she belonged to something great.
A Little Helping Hand
Pauline came to us for a loan to take herself and her children on a well-deserved holiday.
“The process was friendly, shame-free and comfortable. The friendly approach really encouraged me.”
Success With Saving
Pauline started learning to save as soon as she joined. Saving takes a lot of determination and commitment.
Saving into her local community credit union is very important to Pauline.
“I love working with the community and other people, the support Is great. Joining the credit union, such a personalised service, has helped me to reach my savings goal!”
Pauline’s Wise Words
Pauline has become a true advocate for South Manchester Credit Union based solely off her first-hand experience with us.
“It’s good to learn the value of saving to give yourself some responsibility and get to experience the proud feeling of watching your pot grow!
I’m always recommending you.”
Pauline’s children are now all grown up; they are now also members of our credit union!
“I wanted them to learn the value of saving, responsibility and to be a part of the South Manchester Credit Union community.
They manage their own money now and can see what it’s like to belong to something that puts people first. My 4 children thank me for getting them involved”
Save with Pauline… and 5,000 Others
Having become a brilliant saver (and a recent competition winner!) with South Manchester Credit Union, it was a must to ask Pauline for her money saving tips and tricks!
“Start with a penny – everybody starts from the bottom.
I like the idea of having a see-through bottle. I watch the pounds grow and when it gets to a certain amount I take it to the credit union. Watching and seeing it grow makes a big difference for me – it’s motivational.”
Pauline’s 3 words to describe South Manchester Credit Union?
“Friendly, honest and safe.”
Join Pauline and many others who are getting into the habit of saving with South Manchester Credit Union to benefit their families!
Make your dreams a reality. Open a savings account here at South Manchester Credit Union today!
