Local Savings in a Local Ethical Savings Account – Lawrence’s story
Reading Time: 2 minutesHere at South Manchester Credit Union, we will never stop talking about saving. We encourage our members to save into their ethical savings account, as alongside them we believe building a strong savings habit is important for the future. Not only do savings allow you to be prepared for life’s ups and downs but tucking […]
Local Savings for Local Social Impact – Sandy’s story
Reading Time: 3 minutesAs a community credit union, we exist to support our members, however, our members also support us. By saving in the credit union, you are directly creating a social impact and allowing us to continue to improve the financial well-being of our local community. A member who knows this all too well is Sandy; she […]
Proud of 700 5 star Google reviews
Reading Time: 2 minutesLets celebrate together As a community credit union, local people are at the heart of everything we do. We are delighted to announce we have hit 700 5-star Google reviews! Reviews are massively important to us – they allow our members to express how they feel about our services. They put a smile on each […]
Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Southway Affordable Loan Scheme
Reading Time: 3 minutesWe can’t help but rejoice when we reach an important milestone as a community. Recently we hit the 10th anniversary of the Southway affordable loan scheme – together with members and Southway we made the most of the moment and celebrated at Fog Lane. What Is the Southway Affordable Loan Scheme? We have worked closely with Southway […]
The benefits of a credit union and why you should join
Reading Time: 3 minutesHave you heard of a credit union before? Is someone you know a member of one? It’s okay if not – we are known as Britain’s best-kept secret for a reason. As you read this, we will outline the benefits of a credit union, not just for you but also for the people around you. […]
Local Money for Local Students – Stephen’s story
Reading Time: 4 minutesThrough our work here at South Manchester Credit Union we support local students. Stephen is a member who moved to the UK from Nigeria to complete his studies and pursue his passion for business development. Stephen faced financial hurdles Stephen had achieved his undergraduate degree in Nigeria, and he continued his postgraduate studies here in […]
Small business loan – how a credit union can kickstart your project
Reading Time: 3 minutesHave you got a project of passion? Are you wanting to build something for yourself? Well here at South Manchester Credit Union we can support you with a small buisness loan. We all have different goals in life, there is no one-size-fits-all policy. To venture out and set up your own business is one of […]
Local Money for A Local Business Loan – Joe’s Story
Reading Time: 3 minutesAs a community-owned and run organisation, we constantly support our members and our whole community. One of the ways we help drive the local economy is with a business loan. This is for our members who are starting up their own business. Joe is a member who used his Smart loan to set up his […]
Local Money for Local Helping Hands – Radhika’s Story
Reading Time: 4 minutesEver felt like you could just do with a helping hand? We’ve all been there and often many of us don’t know how or where to find the support we need. Moving into a new property isn’t easy, or cheap! Paying back those new home expenses can be tough on anyone, you just need someone […]
GM Ringway – Tom Ross’ story
Reading Time: 3 minutesSummer is here! We are all looking for ways to get out the house and spend time with friends and family. Sometimes summer days out can get quite expensive – however they do not have to be. Exploration and having new experiences is what Summer’s about. This Summer you can explore the whole of Greater […]
