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
Prepping for Christmas – it’s never too early!
We know, we know…it’s only the end of September but we’re only trying to help. It’s never too early to mention Christmas. 🙂 We’ve put together some tips to help get you on track for the holiday season. Make a list For every family member, every friend, every colleague: everyone. Especially those who gave you a present last year. But … Read More
Central Credit Register
Central Credit Register This notice is in relation to the Central Credit Register, which is being set up by the Central Bank of Ireland under the Credit Reporting Act 2013. The Central Credit Register is a national database that will, on request, provide: a borrower with an individual credit report detailing their credit agreements; a lender with comprehensive information to ... Read More
Community Sponsorships
We understand the importance of supporting our community and this has always been practically demonstrated through our donations to, and sponsorship of, a wide range of community groups. As a local, member owned organisation, First Choice Credit Union Ltd has a strong commitment to supporting organisations and initiatives that benefit the local community. Individuals, groups or organisations applying for sponsorship must complete the ... Read More
Switch to Electronic AGM Notifications
Make the Switch to Electronic AGM Notifications Every year, members are invited to attend our AGM. In accordance with legislation, we are required to write to every member to invite them to attend. The AGM is an opportunity for our members to voices their opinions and partake in the democratic process, important features of being a co-operative! The costs involved ... Read More
Service Charges
In order to mitigate the costs associated with providing cash services to our members, the following schedule of cost recovery charges applies to some member services. Simply download the service notice below to see the breakdown of all charges. Please note, amendment to schedule of fees, charges and interest which comes into effect from 1st January 2023. FCCU – Schedule … Read More
2018 Credit Union Art Competition
The Credit Union Art Competition is back and this year’s theme is “THE FORCE OF NATURE” For further information, entry forms, rules and terms & conditions can be downloaded by clicking the below link. Art Competition 2018 Entry Form Please note the closing date is October 12th 2018. All entries can be dropped to any of our branches in Achill, … Read More
Cost of third level education for parents and students revealed
First Choice Credit Union on hand with straightforward and fair education loans The reality of the cost of third level education becomes all too real for parents and students at this time of year. New research by the Irish League of Credit Unions has found that nine in ten parents help to fund their child’s college education. On average, they ... Read More