Local Money for Local Homes – Kia’s Story
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe challenges that come with adulthood can be tough – exciting, yet still difficult to take on. Financial wellbeing is important when it comes to our big milestones, like moving out and having kids, can also be tricky to face. Kia’s story is one of challenges to her finances, but also one of overcoming those […]
Save more on food and fun with TopCashback
Reading Time: 3 minutes“I use TopCashBack every time I shop online… it ensures that I am always looking for the best deals” – Vick, Senior Financial Inclusion Officer at Southway Housing Finding the best deals wherever you shop can be a challenge. Whether you’re doing a weekly food shop, looking for new house furniture, or out looking for […]
From takeaways to holidays – Marcus’ Money Saving Tip
Reading Time: 2 minutesWant to save some money for your holidays read on to see Marcus’s money saving tip. “I’ve probably saved around £500 a month for the past couple of years” – Marcus Simplifying your expenses Kebabs, burgers, fried chicken, Chinese – when it comes to takeaways, we’ve all got a favourite; if anyone’s interested, I’m […]
How to save £1,378 in a year – Rachel and Heaven’s Top Tip
Reading Time: 2 minutesWe asked our members their best tips on how to save. “By the end of the year you will have £1,378” – Rachel When it comes to saving money, I’m sure we’re all thinking a similar thing – it’s hard! Well, it really doesn’t have to be. Saving can become a regular habit. Just like […]
Cost of living support – Cost of Living Emergency Plan
Reading Time: 5 minutesHello everyone – Ryan here. Just wanted to quickly introduce myself before we get started on today’s blog about cost of living support. I’m the newest member of the marketing team here at South Manchester Credit Union. I really am enjoying bringing you guys the best content we can. We are proud to announce our […]
Martin’s Story
Reading Time: 4 minutesHere at South Manchester Credit Union, we are incredibly lucky to have over 4500 loyal members. Those members are part of our community and we have the opportunity to make a real difference to them. One of our long-time members, Martin, has taken the time to write up his thoughts on what South Manchester Credit […]
How to start a beauty business – Lisa’s Story
Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you are trying to learn how to start a beauty business this blog is perfect for you. Lisa has been a member of South Manchester Credit Union for 14 years and is making her dream of owning her Beauty Academy a reality through the power of saving. For as long as she can remember, […]
#HowsYourBalance – Balancing your money could get easier with a credit union
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe campaign SoundPound – the Consortium of Greater Manchester Community Credit Unions. Created the campaign #HowsYouBalance. The campaign challenged people to balance something on their body. Take a picture or video, and post it on social media – nominating 3 friends to do the same along with the hashtags ‘#HowsYourBalance’ and ‘#CreditUnionAwareness’. The challenge aimed […]
Savings account bonus – Earn up to £5,000 with Prize Saver
Reading Time: 2 minutesIn partnership with 14 credit unions across Britain, we offer the Government’s credit union PrizeSaver Scheme. Our members can win up to £5,000 a month which is the savings account bonus. The initiative aims to help people increase their financial resilience while boosting awareness and membership of credit unions. What is the Prize Saver scheme? […]
John’s Story: Buying my dream car
Reading Time: 2 minutesA dream car come in all different shapes and sizes. If you picture yourself in yours right now, you’ll be grinning from ear to ear. This was exactly the feeling John got when he purchased the car of his dreams. Thanks to John’s saving ability and a credit union smart loan – he was smiling […]
