Our Blog

Discover useful information and tips on managing your money and safeguarding your financial future through our blog. Foster a healthier relationship with your money and feel more positive about the future. And it’s not just a blog about finances – stay up to date with the latest news from your Credit Union too.

  • Our Enhanced Member Loans Explained

    Many of our members have experienced painful income shocks and increasing financial pressures as a result of the coronavirus pandemic....
  • What is Credit and Why Does it Matter?

    Nearly 4 in 5 adults hold at least one credit or loan product, according to the FCA Financial Lives Survey....
  • 10 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score

    Improving your credit score unlocks access to better interest rates, higher credit limits and a wider choice of offers. But...
  • How Financial Problems Affect Your Mental Health

    Half of people in problem debt also have a mental health problem, according to a Money and Mental Health survey...
  • Simplify Your Personal Finance Options

    Making the most of your hard-earned money Can GMBCU help? Are you currently grappling with a personal financial decision? Perhaps...
  • Overdraft fees are changing

    Last month, overdraft fees were changed by most providers. There’s no need to worry, but if you regularly use an...
  • Supporting Our Members Through COVID-19

    On the face of it, the world appears rather unstable right now with Coronavirus affecting all aspects of life. The...
  • How to Get involved in the GMB Credit Union

    Do you want to benefit from highly competitive rates on loans and savings? And get support on how to manage...