With escalating third level education costs, First Choice Credit Union is the one-stop-shop when it comes to financing the college journey. A large number of families will need to borrow to finance course fees and up-front accommodation costs. Some lenders are more prudent and cost effective than others. A credit union Student Loan for example is a far less expensive … Read More
Student Fraud Awareness
Money Mule Awareness The majority of money muling incidents involving current accounts belonging to those aged between 18 and 24. Criminals are deliberately targeting teens and young adults when recruiting money mules so it is critical that this age group as well as their parents fully understand how these crimes operate and how they can avoid getting caught up in ... Read More
First Choice Credit Union launch Brendan Hopkins Bursary Fund to third level student members.
First Choice Credit Union are delighted to launch the Brendan Hopkins Bursary Fund – in memory of former credit union director Brendan Hopkins – to assist students throughout our common bond in their quest for third level education. First Choice Credit Union will award FIVE BURSARIES to the value of €1,000 each. The bursaries are exclusive to First Choice Credit … Read More
Brendan Hopkins Bursary
First Choice Credit Union Brendan Hopkins Bursary Applications for the 2025 First Choice Credit Union Brendan Hopkins Bursary is now closed. First Choice Credit Union are delighted to bring you the Brendan Hopkins Bursary Fund, in memory of former Director Brendan Hopkins, to assist students in their quest for further education. First Choice Credit Union will award FIVE BURSARIES to ... Read More
Large Personal Loan – Borrow up to €80,000 at just 5.90%!
If you are thinking of a large personal investment and require a loan to make it happen, this may be the opportunity you have been waiting for. First Choice Credit Union’s Large Personal Loan is available at the super low rate of 5.90%* (Typical APR 6.06%). The Large Personal Loan is an unsecured product which gives members the option of … Read More
1 Year Anniversary Celebrations – First Choice Credit Union Swinford.
On Friday 24th June 2022, First Choice Credit Union Swinford, located on Main Street, will celebrate the 1 year anniversary of Swinford & District Credit Union Ltd. transferring to First Choice Credit Union Ltd. There promises to be lots of fun, giveaways and treats for all to enjoy on the day. Plus, Mid West Radio will broadcast live from outside … Read More
COSTS OF BACK TO SCHOOL IN 2022
Back to School Costs for 2022 Two thirds of Irish parents (66%) say the cost of Back to School is a financial burden Parents spending €1,518 per secondary school child – up €27 on last year At primary school level, parents are spending €1,195 – up €9 on last year 29% are getting into debt compared to 24% in 2021 … Read More
Update to our Online Terms & Conditions
We are making some changes to our Online Account Services – Terms of Use Dear Member, We are making some changes to our Online Account Services – Terms of Use, and they will come into effect from 28th July 2022. The changes lower the minimum age to access Online Account Services from 16 years to 12 years. If a member … Read More
Fraud Awareness 2022
Phishing, Vishing & Smishing; what do they mean? Check out the info below and don't forget to spread the word. Simply click each heading to learn more. We ask all to remain vigilant when it comes to disclosing financial details. PhishingPhishing is the attempt by fraudsters to trick you into handing over personal information such as your credit union details, ... Read More
Go Paperless
Go paperless and help us go GREEN! At First Choice Credit Union, we strive to lower our Carbon Footprint each day & do our part by continuing to develop our GREEN friendly e-Services & GREEN loan products. To go paperless, there are certain notices that we are obliged to provide to members, such as our AGM report and annual statements. ... Read More