Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of First Choice Credit Union Ltd will take place on Tuesday 11th December 2018, at 7.00pm in Breaffy House Hotel, Castlebar, Co. Mayo. All members are invited to attend the AGM. Additionally, our Members Cash Draw will take place live on the night with refreshments served.
Are you getting the best deal on car finance?
Thinking of buying a new car in the coming months? Then you’ve no doubt heard about Personal Contract Plans or PCPs. These car finance agreements have been getting a lot of attention – and not always for the right reasons. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) recently released the first public analysis of PCPs in Ireland. The report found … Read More
Get your finances in order in 2019
It’s pretty safe to say that we all take a financial hit over the Christmas period, which is why the New Year is the perfect time to take control of your spending. Looking after the money you have can seem difficult but there are lots of benefits to staying in control of your finances. For instance: You will know where … Read More
Beware of high Credit Card rates & Moneylenders this Christmas
Irish consumers traditionally throw caution to the wind and spend more in the month of December than in any other month of the year. Last year Retail Ireland forecast that spending on consumer goods would be €2,654 on average per household in December alone. This is a significant 48% or €870 more than any other month of the year. In … Read More
First Choice Credit Union Art Competition 2018
On Friday 9th November, we were delighted to welcome the winners of this year’s First Choice Credit Union Art Competition. The theme for this year’s competition was “The Force of Nature” and the entries did not disappoint. The standard was incredibly high across all age groups and categories and we must admit, we’re already looking forward to see what next year … Read More
International Credit Union Day Celebrations 2018
On October 18th, 2018 we joined more than 68,800 credit unions around the world to celebrate the Credit Union Movement and the positive impact they play in local communities. We had everything from crêpes and key rings, to cakes and cookies…and that’s just a start!! Thank you to everyone who popped by on the day and dropped into our sub … Read More
Member Discount on Home Heating Oil!
By being a member of First Choice Credit Union, you can save €20 on 500 litres of Home Heating Oil with Top Oil this winter. We’re all about giving back to you, the member! So, let’s cut to the chase… How do I receive my promotional code? Simply call any of our branches on 094 9022 969 or Drop into any … Read More
DIY draught proofing tips for your home!
Ugh…is there anything worse than a bad draught, especially when you have no clue of where it’s coming from? Thankfully we’ve done our research and came up with some quick fixes you can make around, inside and outside the house to keep the house (hopefully) draught free this winter. Draughts can get through any nook and cranny; through windows and … Read More
International Credit Union Day 2018
On October 18th, 2018 First Choice Credit Union will join more than 68,800 credit unions around the world to celebrate the Credit Union Movement and the positive impact they play in local communities. Since 1966, First Choice Credit Union has been proudly serving communities in Mayo and now has a membership of almost 30,000 with assets worth over €200 million. In the past year alone, First Choice Credit … Read More
First Choice Credit Union can help you tie the knot
The old adage ‘something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue’ is definitely true when it comes to covering the cost of an Irish wedding. With the average cost of a wedding in Ireland now averaging a whopping €25,000, according to a recent survey by ‘Confetti Magazine’, it is no wonder that many couples get very stressed about how they … Read More