First Choice Credit Union Ballyhaunis is delighted to host the upcoming Digital Skills for Citizens in association with the Ballyhaunis Chamber of Commerce and Irvine Training. The course will take place over a 5 sessions and is aimed at both businesses and beginners. Businesses will learn how to use social media, websites, YouTube videos and much much more. Beginners will … Read More
Looking to Volunteer? We need You!
Here at First Choice Credit Union, we pride ourselves on providing a first-class financial service to all our members throughout the community. Like many credit unions, First Choice Credit Union relies on the enthusiasm and commitment of volunteers, without whom we wouldn’t be able to achieve our goals. Why Volunteer? Becoming a volunteer means you can: give something back to … Read More
Securing Student Accommodation – here’s some handy tips!
One of the most important aspects of university life is, of course, securing a place to live through it all. And as we all know, finding student accommodation in this day and age can be stressful. In short, it's never too early to start the search but there's some things you should watch out for. So, where do you start: ... Read More
Back to school…tips to help with the financial burden
Thankfully we’re still in the midst of summer but the planning and preparations for back to school time are upon us. Before we know it the long stretch in the evening will dwindle, the kids will be heading back to school, the traffic will be worse and we’ll be enforcing bed time again. We didn’t want to mention it…but it’s … Read More
PCP Car Finance: it can drive you around the bend!
What is PCP? This is a Personal Contract Plan you hold with a car dealership or garage that leaves you facing 3 options at the end of the loan term: Pay the balloon payment owing on the car and keep it. Give the car back and walk away (but what about all the hard earned cash you invested into this?) … Read More
Winners of Ballyhaunis Inter Pub Quiz
To kick off the Ballyhaunis Summer Festival, the annual and very original Inter Pub Quiz took place on Friday 2nd June. Sponsored by First Choice Credit Union, 13 pubs participated in the quiz which didn’t fail to produce a wee bit of drama. The quiz, beamed into each individual pub in the town, went down to a tie breaker with The … Read More
Take the hassle away from Home Improvements!!
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: Know exactly what you want … Read More
Scheduled Maintenance – Online Banking Platform
Hi all, due to a scheduled maintenance, our online banking platform will be out of action tomorrow evening, 24th May from 6pm to midnight. Normal service will resume thereafter. 💻
First Holy Communion: Tips & Tricks
First Holy Communion season has rolled around again – my my where has the time gone! 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 children’s … Read More