First Holy Communions and Confirmations are just around the corner – my do they fly around. Undoubtedly a time for celebration, this can also be a very stressful time for parents, grandparents and even the kids. Financially, the rising cost of clothes, hotels and entertainment for the big day can put significant financial strain on parents attempting to finance their … Read More

The First Choice Credit Union Schools Quiz took place on Sunday 28th January to a packed Breaffy House Arena. Over 40 schools made there way to the final, having been whittled down from over 70 entries. Teams were competing in two categories, Competition A which was U-11 and Competition B which was U-13. The bare minimum separated the top spots … Read More

Looking to turn your house into your dream home, the Home Renovation Incentive (HRI) Scheme is in place until December 2018! What is the Home Renovation Incentive (HRI) Scheme? The Home Renovation Incentive (HRI) Scheme provides for tax relief for Homeowners and Landlords by way of an income tax credit at 13.5% of qualifying expenditure on repair, renovation or improvement … Read More

Looking to upgrade your wheels, either new or second hand? With a First Choice Credit Union Car Loan, members own their car from day one compared to PCP! Below we’ve highlighted the difference between a loan with First Choice Credit Union and PCP finance. First Choice Credit Union Car Loan You have ownership of the car from day one and … Read More

With Christmas just around the corner, many people are scrambling to fill the void under the Christmas Tree. In today’s world, many people find themselves going online to complete the Christmas checklist and never has it been more important to watch out for online fraud. FraudSmart is a fraud awareness initiative developed by Banking & Payments Federation Ireland. They have … Read More

On 16th November last, we were delighted to announce the winners of our recent Art Competition with over 50 people joining us on the night to celebrate. What an amazing standard we had this year across all ages and categories and we must admit, we’re already looking forward to see what next year brings!! See below pics of some of … Read More

Christmas is a time for celebrations, family and happiness…but for many people Christmas can be a time of stress and financial strain.  However, it doesn’t have to be!  There are several things you can do to combat the financial strain that can arrive with the festive period. If you are organised, stick to a budget and be realistic about your … Read More

We literally mean “Get your skates on!” First Choice Credit Union is delighted to be part of bringing Ice Skating to Castlebar and the Mayo area. The Ice Skating Rink will be held at the Mall in Castlebar this Christmas and the event will run from Friday, November 24th, to Sunday, January 7th. There is huge interest already in the initiative … Read More

On October 19th, 2017 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 over 28,000 with assets worth over €190 million. In the past year alone, First Choice Credit … Read More

Has improving your home been on your mind? Whether you’re thinking about converting your attic or tackling your out-dated bathroom, check out our handy tips for hassle-free repairs and renovations: Home Improvement Know exactly what you want Make sure you know what you need improved or changed and set your budget before you contact a builder, engineer or tradesperson. Gather photographs from ... Read More