Summer in Northern Ireland may not always bring sunshine, but it does signal the start of longer days and warmer weather. It’s the feel-good season, and with lockdowns easing, there is a real pent-up demand to get out there and enjoy the summer months. These opportunities and trying to entertain the kids, however, carry price tags of their own. Data in the UK* reference shows people tend to spend more in summer than they do in the winter – an extra £154 each month on average. That’s quite the jump, and one that will likely be much more pronounced in 2021 as we emerge from lockdown. But don’t panic: there are ways and means to keep the cost of a great summer firmly under control.
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The summer holidays of 2021 look a little different than years gone by. With international travel still on hold for most, people are discovering a newfound appreciation for the sights and stunning sceneries right on our doorstep. However, while staycations are very much on the cards, home security checks are still vitally important to ensure both your home and your belongings are safe while you are away. Progressive Building Society shares their home security tips and advice for maximum peace of mind this summer.
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Following our AGM earlier in the year, we are very pleased to announce that our Members’ votes have resulted in a £2,500 donation being made to Cancer Focus NI. As a charity that obtains 90% of its income from fundraising, much of which has had to be cancelled over the past year, Cancer Focus is more reliant than ever on donations and we are delighted that your votes have enabled us to help. Furthermore, due to the pandemic, many cancer patients have had treatments delayed or cancelled, and therefore the support services provided by Cancer Focus NI is increasingly important for them and their families. We would like to thank our Members for taking the time to vote in our AGM and contributing towards such a worthy cause. For further information regarding our AGM and to view the full voting results, please visit our AGM section.
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The Society's Offices will be closed on 31st May for the Bank Holiday. We reopen from 9am - 3pm on Tuesday 1st June.
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At Progressive Building Society we understand the importance of saving whether it’s for a rainy day, a break away with the family or for the unexpected. Sometimes the hardest thing about saving can just be getting started. We’ve provided our top tips to help you start your regular saving journey today!
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Our online portal will be unavailable between 5:30pm and 10:30pm on Monday 17th May 2021 due to scheduled maintenance.
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We've partnered with Jill, blogger at 'Home At Rose Cottage', who shared her lockdown story and how having a savings account with Progressive helped her throughout the past year.
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We want to keep our Members and staff as safe as possible.
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At Progressive we know how daunting buying your first home can be and the existing obstacles that can often be experienced during the process. Below are some hints and tips to consider.
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Read Rachel’s story, where she talks about buying her dream home and moving during the pandemic.
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Personal notifications have been sent to Members who hold the savings accounts listed below to advise that the interest rate on their savings account(s) will be reduced from 1 March 2021.
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We’d love to talk you through the mortgage process and help you find a suitable product. For more information or to apply for an account, you can call us, email us, pop into one of our 11 branches. We look forward to hearing from you.
