Date 29.08.2019 We are communicating with you to advise that we will be introducing some improvements to your Online Banking experience over the coming weeks. These changes are in preparation for compliance with European banking regulations – Payment Services Directive 2 (PSD2) – which come into force on September 14th 2019. These regulations bring additional safety and security to your … Read More
NEED FUNDS FOR COLLEGE? YOU CAN COUNT ON FIRST CHOICE CREDIT UNION
Third level education costs continue to take their toll on students in Ireland. New research shows that more than two thirds struggle financially while at college. Three quarters are working in order to cope with costs. A substantial 55% are skipping lectures in favour of paid work. This is understandable when students living outside of home are spending €1,047 per ... Read More
Volunteer
VOLUNTEER WITH FIRST CHOICE CREDIT UNION YOUR CREDIT UNION First Choice Credit Union – a financial cooperative with over €280m in Gross Assets – prides itself on offering quality financial services to members in Achill, Balla, Ballyhaunis, Castlebar, Kiltimagh & Swinford. First Choice Credit Union is committed to providing quality financial services to the community sphere, dedicated to serving our ... Read More
First Choice Credit Union here to help parents with back-to-school costs
The number of parents saying they are struggling with back-to-school costs is on the rise. A new national survey has found that more than three quarters of parents (78%) find the costs a financial struggle. This is a substantial 11% increase on last year. The findings were revealed in a new national survey by the Irish League of Credit Unions. … Read More
First Choice Credit Union joins Metamo – a joint venture between 16 of Ireland’s largest Credit Unions and Fexco
Metamo will deliver improved service and products to First Choice’s 30,000 members Metamo represents a €10 million investment between Fexco and 16 credit unions Credit unions joining Metamo represent over 480,000 members Metamo will support credit union sustainability and improve efficiency Research and development of new products and services for credit unions, supporting them in offering a wider range of … Read More
Credit Union Insurance
CREDIT UNION INSURANCES We have a number of insurance services and products available to all our members. Some of these insurance services are paid for directly by the credit union and others are paid directly by the member. Free Loan Protection Insurance is payable on the death of the eligible members, subject to policy terms and conditions. LOAN PROTECTION INSURANCE ... Read More
Savings
SAVINGS Each share you hold in your credit union is equal to €1. Members enjoy equal rights to vote (one member, one vote) and participate in decisions affecting the credit union. Savings are insured at no direct cost to the eligible member, there are no hidden fees or transaction charges and each share you hold for that year is eligible ... Read More
Travel Insurance
CoverU Travel Insurance offers members of First Choice Credit Union Limited greater accessibility, better value and most importantly excellent cover providing peace of mind when travelling abroad. CoverU Travel Insurance, which is being offered in conjunction with AIG Europe, offers comprehensive worldwide travel insurance, available on an individual, couple, group or family basis. Apart from offering great value, other advantages … Read More
Life Savings Insurance
Life Savings Insurance is the life insurance cover that your credit union takes out for all eligible members as an additional incentive to save regularly and maintain savings with the Credit Union. The amount of insurance benefit which an eligible member is entitled to is in direct proportion to the savings and age of that member. Amounts saved after the … Read More
Loan Protection Insurance
Free Loan Protection Insurance is payable on the death of the eligible member, subject to policy terms and conditions. The insurance benefit payable is the amount of the member’s outstanding loan balance Cover ceases on the member’s 85th birthday. Your Credit Union provides extended cover to include total and permanent disability from any occupation. In the event of the member … Read More