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Norfolk Credit Union at Freebridge
Freebridge Community Housing is working with Norfolk Credit Union Ltd to offer our tenants the opportunity to save and borrow money. These services are administered and provided by Norfolk Credit Union Ltd.Teaming up with Norfolk Credit Union means Freebridge can ensure our tenants have access to affordable lending. Freebridge will act as a branch of the credit union specifically for our tenants.
Savings Made Easy
Saving with the credit union couldn't be easier. Members can save on a regular basis whatever they can afford. You can open an account for as little as £1.
Contact Freebridge and ask to speak to a member of the income team 01553 667700. They will arrange to meet with you to fill in the forms.
- Join the scheme for £1.
- Save what you can, whenever you can afford to.
- Save for Christmas, special occasions, holidays or for the future.
- Put money into your account by standing order, by cheque or by PayPoint card at one of many outlets.
- A dividend on the amount of savings held is paid annually; however, these cannot be guaranteed.
- A period of notice is required to withdraw funds. This can be up to a maximum of 60 days but is typically within 7 days.
- Savings are usually covered by free life insurance.
Loans made Easy
Don't pay more for loans with high cost providers such as store cards, credit cards or doorstep lenders.
- No minimum loan amount
- No arrangement fee
- No early repayment penalties
- Flexible payment periods
- Loans usually covered by free life insurance*
*Insurance may be subject to conditions please check with Norfolk Credit Union for details.
How it Works:
Can I join?
Freebridge is acting as a Credit Union branch for its tenants to offer them access to these services.
Can I have a savings account?
Yes. Members can save on a regular basis whatever they can afford. You can open an account for as little as £1.
Can I have a loan?
Members can apply for a loan as soon as they join, but Norfolk Credit Union Ltd will decide whether your application is accepted.
Where can I get further details and an application form?
Contact Freebridge Community Housing 01553 667700 and ask to speak to a Housing Advisor.
- Norfolk Credit Union Ltd Is a financial co-operative which is owned and democratically controlled by its members, and run solely for the benefit of its members.
- Is run by a team of trained volunteers elected by the members.
- Welcomes new volunteers, with full free training provided.
- Is a member of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme, which means that your money is safe.
Norfolk Credit Union Ltd. Is Registered in England under the Industrial and Provident Societies Act 1965 as a Credit Union - Registration No. 680c
Authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority Registration No. 214255
Member of the Association of British Credit Unions Ltd.
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