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Just like banks, UK building societies offer a wide
range of financial services. These services include loans, personal
banking and more.
Under law however, building societies are required to dedicate 75%
of their total operations towards residential mortgage loans and associated
products.
Furthermore, building societies operate as mutual institutions
unlike banks which are, in general, purely commercial enterprises.
For instance,
a client who holds a savings account or arranges for a mortgage with
a building society is considered a member of that society, thus earning
the right to vote during certain financial dealings, as well as enjoy
full disclosure regarding the building society’s operations.
A
board of directors are responsible for each society, deciding how
it is run and its financial strategy. There are no external shareholders,
thereby bringing down operating expenses and allowing for more
competitive rates on mortgages and interest than banks in general.
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Building Societies provide many services very
similar to regular banks. Find out what these services are and
how it can help your financial future.
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Many Building Socities offer specialized services
at only a specific area. Learn more on how to maximize
the benefits of utilizing the services of a Building Society.
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