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Bank Holiday Monday 28th May
Credit Union will be CLOSED on Monday 28th May due to the bank holiday.
We will be open as usual on Tuesday 29th May.
Ill Gotten Gains on BBC iPlayer
New BBC programme highlights the work of the Illegal Money Lending Team in Birmingham. See what happens when unscrupulous and unregistered illegal lenders (loan sharks) get caught. Available on BBC iPlayer
You can now report a loan shark online at www.stoploansharks.co.uk or phone 0300 555 2222
Time for some spring cleaning!
The sun has been shining, the daffodils have bloomed and we’re getting loads of holiday loan applications. Spring must have arrived. A few extra pounds in your pocket could really help – Check out 8 tips to spring clean your money.
Engage Account problem fixed – update 4th May
The recent issues concerning Engage Accounts sort code have now been successfully resolved.
Members with an Engage Account are again able to transfer money in and out of their accounts from external bank accounts. Members receiving benefits or other deposits directly to their Engage Account should receive their payments as expected from Thursday 6pm onwards.
This issue only affects members who have payments including benefits sent directly to their Engage Account between Tuesday 1st May and 6pm Thursday 4th May. Unfortunately these payments have been returned to the sender. Members should contact the sender including DWP if they believe benefits and other payments have not been received. If you have not received child tax credits contact HMRC Customer Services on 0345 300 3900. HMRC staff have been informed of the issue and will be able to assist in making the necessary arrangements for a faster payment to be sent to you.
Any outgoing payments that were scheduled to leave Engage Accounts between Tuesday 1st May and 6pm Thursday 4th May have not been paid, these will be recredited today by 12noon. Any outgoing payments scheduled after Thursday 3rd May from 6pm will be processed as normal.
Most Engage Account members have benefits and other payments paid directly to Advance Credit Union, these have not been affected. Share withdrawals and loans have been paid onto Members’ Engage Accounts as usual. Please note that due to the bank holiday on Monday, child benefit has been paid on Friday 4th May.
Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused. If you have any specific concerns about this issue then contact Engage Customer Services on 0333 202 3642.
Engage Account problem – update 3rd May
The issues notified yesterday concerning Engage Accounts are still ongoing. Engage are working hard to resolve this as a matter of urgency.
This only affects Members with an Engage Account with sort code 62-30-53. It is currently not possible to transfer money in or out of your account from external bank accounts. Members with an Engage Account won’t be able to transfer funds in or out from a bank account to their Engage Account. This will also affect Members receiving benefits or other deposits directly to their Engage Account. The transaction will be returned to the originating bank account.
ATM withdrawals and point of sale transactions are unaffected and share withdrawals and loan payments onto Engage Accounts are not affected.
Benefits and other payments paid directly to Advance Credit Union are not affected. Share withdrawals and loans will be paid onto Members’ Engage Accounts as usual.
Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused. Contis are working on a fix so do check the Engage App or our website for updates. If you have any specific concerns about this issue then contact Engage Customer Services on 0333 202 3642.
Banking Issues 30/04/18
We regret to inform our members that some of you may experience a delay in receiving share withdrawals and loans requested/signed for today, due to a problem with our internet banking.
The latest funds will show is 6pm tomorrow evening, Tuesday 1st May 2018. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
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Loans from Advance Credit Union are more competitive than you might think for any value up to £8,000. Holiday, debt consolidation, new vehicle, or household expenses – give us a try!
Borrow £3,000 – £8,000 from just 9.4%APR
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No need to save first (but it helps to get the best rate)
Loan offers are subject to affordability and credit check.
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1% dividend Paid
This year’s dividend has now been credited to Members’ credit union savings.
1% – that’s a better return than most high street banks!
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Solihull Council Staff Seminar 22nd March 2018
Advance Credit Union has partnered with Solihull Borough Council to bring Wellbeing seminars to employees of the council, SCH and contractors. Thursday 22nd March we will be at The Loft, Chelmsley Wood looking at Financial Wellbeing, debt and money management. Barclays local branch will also be introducing some of their money resources including Barclays Financial Wings.
Ever felt that your money is in control and not you? This is your chance to tell your money who’s the BOSS!
Thanks to everyone who attended last week at the Civic Suite, all the resources from the staff seminar are here.
How can Advance Credit Union help?
Solihull Council staff and SCH staff can save regularly as a Payroll Saver. A great way to grow your savings with no effort. Simply join online, select the option to save from your payslip and we will do the rest.
JoinBorrow up to £8,000 for home improvements, car purchase, debt consolidation and any other purpose. See our Life Events to see how we could help you. You can apply now, no need to save first.
Apply for a loanSolihull Council Staff Seminar 13th March 2018
Advance Credit Union has partnered with Solihull Borough Council to bring Wellbeing seminars to employees of the council, SCH and contractors. Today we are looking at Financial Wellbeing, debt and money management. Barclays local branch will also be introducing some of their money resources including Barclays Financial Wings.
Ever felt that your money is in control and not you? This is your chance to tell your money who’s the BOSS!
All the resources from the staff seminar are here
How can Advance Credit Union help?
Solihull Council staff and SCH staff can save regularly as a Payroll Saver. A great way to grow your savings with no effort. Simply join online, select the option to save from your payslip and we will do the rest.
JoinBorrow up to £8,000 for home improvements, car purchase, debt consolidation and any other purpose. See our Life Events to see how we could help you. You can apply now, no need to save first.
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