Savings
Savings as shares in a Credit Union are a better way to save. You are not just another customer but an active member of a highly successful financial co-operative. Yes, you have a share in the ownership of the Credit Union. Along with having a say in the operation of the Credit Union you also earn dividends.
Benefits of Credit Union savings
- Savings balances over and above any loan you may have are available to you to withdraw on demand.
- High dividends for savings available on demand, you will not get a higher return at the same level of risk.
- Loan Protection, life savings and death benefit insurance at no direct cost to eligible members
- There are no transaction charges or fees.
For small to medium savers, your Credit Union is where you belong.
Types of Share Accounts
Regular Share Accounts
- Members present accounts with Credit Union are considered as a Regular Share Account. These accounts are suitable for those who are not liable for income tax.
- The onus is on the member to declare their account to the Revenue Commissioners and HMRC.
- Dividend rate declared at A.G.M. is posted gross to members accounts.
- No disclosure is required by Credit Union.
Security
Credit union members can rest easy in the assurance that their savings are safe. Credit Unions in Ireland, which are affiliated to the Irish League of Credit Unions, are secured in several ways:
- All officials of credit unions, whether volunteers or staff, must be fidelity bonded.
- Members savings within certain limits are insured through Life Savings Insurance.
- All monies received in the credit union are properly recorded and lodged regularly.
- Full financial statements are prepared and can be examined by members.
- Annual independently audited returns are lodged with the relevant authority, The Irish Financial Regulatory Authority.
Check you are eligible for membership before applying.
