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News & Blog
Get the latest news, product and service announcements from London Mutual, along with our Money Gym financial education blogs.
Pizza-Inspired Tracking for Loan Applications is Now Live
Our newest feature tells you in real-time when your loan is likely to be ready, what stage it is at, and prevents delays by letting you know if we’re waiting for information or documents.
Understanding IVAs
Individual Voluntary Arrangements (IVAs) might seem like a straight-forward solution to repaying debt, but it is important that you know the consequences before getting tied down.
Back to School: Credit Union Support
How can your local credit union help with covering the costs of back to school?
What to Expect when you Apply for a loan
Our 4-step application process allows us to make a decision based on you as an individual, to give you the best chance of being accepted.
Back to School: where to get financial help
If you are starting to feel stressed or are a bit worried about the costs of back to school, we have put together some organizations and ideas that might be useful to you…
No Harm in Asking: You Can Now Apply For Our Loans Risk-Free
From this week, you’ll be able to apply for all our loan products without putting your credit score at risk if we can’t say ‘yes’.
London Mutual Goes Live With Faster Payments in Credit Union First
London Mutual has become the first UK credit union to fully integrate with the faster payments system, in a collaboration with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and NatWest Bank
Things they don’t teach you in School about Personal Finances and Saving
Becoming financially independent is one of life’s biggest lessons. Get money-savvy with some of our tips and suggestions…
Don’t Take It Personally: Improving Your Chances of Being Approved for a Loan
No matter the need to borrow, or the individuals financial situation, we will always carefully consider an application. However, this does not mean we can always say yes…
London Mutual Achieves Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award
London Mutual has achieved the Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award in the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
Budget-friendly things to do this summer in London
Don’t let your funds set you back from enjoying the sun. Make the most of London this summer with some of our top budget-friendly things to do in the city…
With Us, There’s No, ‘Computer Says No’
At London Mutual, we do loans differently to give you the best possible chance of being approved.
Move Money in Minutes with Online Banking
Good news—online banking payments and transfers now happen in real-time, 24-7.
That Delivery Tracking Text Could Be a Scam
With online shopping more popular than ever, fake delivery texts and emails are on the rise. Here’s how to stay one step ahead of the fraudsters.
London Mutual Credit Union on Shortlist for Innovation Awards
Two of London Mutual’s products have been shortlisted for awards which recognise innovation in financial services
Booking a trip in 2021: Tips for booking during and after the COVID-19 pandemic
Are you starting to think about booking a trip this summer? According to the roadmap set out by the government, trips around the UK in self-contained accommodation will be allowed from 12 April, and with others no earlier than 17 May. There is still no confirmation on...
Personal finance tips to spring clean your finances
With spring on the horizon now is the perfect time to refresh your finances.
Don’t get caught in the minimum payment trap.
Paying the minimum payment on a credit card can lead to debt building and building. Our solution? The Forces Finance Card.
Talk Ban Stop. Why London Mutual is working with GamCare
GamCare is the leading UK provider of free information, advice and support for anyone harmed by gambling. Read on to find out why we are working with them.
Family Saver Loans: Get the flexibility you need as a family
What are child benefit loans and family saver loans? Child benefit loans with London Mutual Credit Union allow you to borrow up to £600 towards one-off costs when you pay your child benefit into a membership account. As we want to help our members grow their finances,...
COVID-19 scams update
As we have entered another national lockdown and the vaccine roll-out begins we have heard of some new COVID-19 scams looking to take advantage of the public via text, calls and email. Here are a few recent scams to look out for: NHS COVID-19 vaccine text scam There...
How consolidation loans can transform your finances in 2021
What is a consolidation loan? A consolidation loan is a way to bring all your current debts, including credit cards, overdrafts and existing loans together, into one loan, and one monthly repayment. They could help you to pay off credit cards and other debts sooner....
How to achieve your financial goals in 2021
It’s that strange time in between Christmas and New Year, time to reflect on the year that no one expected and start thinking about next year. You may also have a little bit of time to dedicate to thinking about your finances. We wanted to share a guide to getting a...
Practical ways to lessen impulse spending!
Impulse buying describes the phenomenon that causes you to make that extra purchase because the need for it becomes suddenly very necessary. It can be as small as buying a packet of chewing gum while you are waiting at the checkout, or as big as an expensive car during a sale. You may be well […]
Don’t get caught out by £1 Deadline!
In the UK, we love to keep things interesting. By the end of 2020 we will see the biggest period of currency transition in decades – from paper to plastic notes and from round to twelve sided £1 coins. New Money The new pound coin was deemed legal tender on the 28th March 2017. Now […]
New compensation limits
The FSCS deposit protection limit is changing from 1 January 2016 to £75,000. Deposits currently eligible for £85,000 compensation will remain protected up until 31 December 2015 to allow customers to reduce their balances if necessary. From 1 January 2016 the new...
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