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Make the most of Black Friday and Cyber Monday
As the end of November approaches, so does Black Friday and Cyber Monday. This year, Black Friday falls on the 27th November and Cyber Monday
Buying a Bike in South Manchester
For many Mancunians, this period of Lockdown has fostered new hobbies and rejuvenated passions for old ones. At first, we were limited to one hour
Coping with financial anxiety
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Money saving tips
Make the most of Black Friday and Cyber Monday
As the end of November approaches, so does Black Friday and Cyber Monday. This year, Black Friday falls on the 27th November and Cyber Monday
Buying a Bike in South Manchester
For many Mancunians, this period of Lockdown has fostered new hobbies and rejuvenated passions for old ones. At first, we were limited to one hour
How to prepare for life after lockdown
As countries begin to ease lockdown measures, we start to imagine what the new normal will be. In many ways being apart has brought us
Disappointed holiday makers become happy campers
With thousands of flights cancelled, Brits looking for a holiday are now turning to domestic tourism. It is no surprise that camping and holiday parks
Six things you should know living in lockdown
The whole country is now in living in lockdown. But what does this mean? How has it affected your plans? Will you be refunded for
Mastering your finances in 2020
The end of January is upon us, and we’ve managed to make it to the end of the first month of the new year. Many
1p Saving Challenge: Save £667.95 in a year! With free printable
Who’s up for the 1p Saving Challenge? Skint Dad brought this saving tip to light and what a tip it is if it’s continued for
Stories
Wilf’s Story
For West Didsbury and Chorlton AFC Juniors Spotlight, we interviewed one of the Junior players to find out what he thinks about playing for West
Kelly’s Story
Kelly, 20, is a domestic violence survivor. She faced her harrowing experience late last year. Kelly has always been local to South Manchester. She used
Eden Aesthetics Story
“The credit union has helped us turn an idea into a business!” You’d be forgiven for thinking the financial sector isn’t always a glamorous one,
Ryan’s Story
My name’s Ryan and I came into the credit union world blissfully unaware of the positive impact the organisation could have on its community.
Jonathan’s story
‘The credit union allowed me to actually graduate’ – This is one of a thousand ways a credit union can help and this, in particular, was how
Brenda’s story
A credit union is for everyone. Whatever the circumstances, you can rely on help and support from your credit union. Brenda, a South Manchester Credit Union member, experienced this
Financial support
Greater Manchester Community Credit Unions unite to unveil £15m support in Covid recovery plan
We have joined forces with seven community credit unions across Greater Manchester to launch a COVID-19 recovery plan. The package includes £15m in financial support to
Apply for a Bike Loan in South Manchester
Get on the road with a new set of wheels through a Welcome Loan up to £1,000!
Can you apply for a loan in 2020?
You download the app and send us a message to open your account. Once that’s all set up you can apply for a loan. The process is seamless.
We’ve got your camping costs covered
In our last blog post, we spoke about holidaymakers with cancelled summer plans looking for getaways closer to home. The nice spell of sunshine we have
Coping with financial anxiety
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Borrowing with bad credit
We have an ethical approach to our lending. There are no hidden fees and all of our charges are transparent and fair.
Credit union news
Greater Manchester Community Credit Unions unite to unveil £15m support in Covid recovery plan
We have joined forces with seven community credit unions across Greater Manchester to launch a COVID-19 recovery plan. The package includes £15m in financial support to
Fog Lane Blog No 2
WOW… what a weekend! Last weekend, we were delighted to head to the seaside once again, for our annual WOW Weekend in Blackpool. Since merging
New Beginnings, renewed passion
Autumn 2019 I’ve been meaning to sit down and write my first blog for South Manchester Credit Union for a good while now, and as
