We're proud to be celebrating Pride Month
We caught up with Katherine Tong, our Director of Legal, Compliance and Secretary, and sponsor of our LGBTQ+ network, to discuss what Pride month means to the Society.
Read moreAs a Leeds Building Society member you're more than just a customer. We're a mutual building society which means we are wholly owned by our members.
We caught up with Katherine Tong, our Director of Legal, Compliance and Secretary, and sponsor of our LGBTQ+ network, to discuss what Pride month means to the Society.
Read moreWe recently sat down with Caroline Dale, Director of Finance Operations, to discuss why we’re proud to have our Fair Tax Mark.
Read moreWe’re happy to announce that thanks to funds raised by generous Society members and colleagues, Dementia UK have been able to support even more families through their innovative Closer to Home project. This is part of our continued support for Dementia UK, which has seen members and colleagues raise an amazing £400,000.
Read moreYou might already know the basics of credit scores – for example, that paying your bills late can probably have a negative effect. But not all factors affecting your credit score are obvious.
Read moreThe mortgaged property (which may be your home) may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage
Our CEO Richard Fearon speaks about the support we’ve provided to people affected by the war in Ukraine.
Read moreThe UK government has announced the new Homes for Ukraine scheme. We fully support this scheme and we’ll make it as simple as possible for those who want to participate.
Read moreLike many people, we continue to be moved by the humanitarian consequences as the war in Ukraine unfolds. We’ve already donated a total of £35,000 to help the Ukrainian people and families affected. Now we’re also committing to match 50% of the donations from Society members and colleagues* to help people in this crisis.
Read moreAs a mutual organisation we were founded on the principle of people helping people. As the humanitarian consequences of the invasion of Ukraine unfold, we want to do what we can to help the innocent individuals and families affected.
Read moreWe’ve published our financial results for 2021 – we’ve achieved a lot during the year as we focused on operating safely for the benefit of our members, keeping the Society financially resilient, and ensuring meaningful engagement with members and colleagues.
Read moreFor those living alone during lockdown, it might be tempting to look for company online. And while online dating can be a great way to meet people who share your interests, it’s important to remember that not everyone is who they say they are.
Read moreWe’ve looked into some common scams that take place around this time of year – so you can enjoy the convenience of online shopping, whilst keeping yourself safe from scams and phishing attempts.
Read moreAt Leeds Building Society, we’re always here for you, whether you’re saving for your future or buying the home you want. We’ve been serving our members for more than 145 years, making sure that you are at the heart of the decisions we make.
Read moreThe past 18 months has seen many changes to the way we live and work. And, like everyone, we’ve had to react quickly to events as they unfolded.
Read moreWe’ve responded to recent challenges by remaining committed to our purpose of helping people save and have the home they want. Keeping our members at the heart of everything we do.
Read moreWhen it comes to making good times great for Rhinos fans, we’re here for the moments that matter. To celebrate, every month we've beeb giving Leeds Rhinos fans the chance to win an unmissable prize.
Read moreWe’re extremely excited to announce that we’ve committed to a further three years in partnership with rugby league legends Leeds Rhinos, as the club’s main sponsor.
Read moreOur purpose is simple: we exist to help people save and have the home they want. This was as true in 2020 as it has been for more than 140 years.
Read moreThe arrival of December signals several things - it’s getting colder, it’s almost Christmas and, most importantly, we get to eat chocolate every day! While we love the classic advent calendars, we love our planet more. That’s why our Green Champions have gifted us with their ‘12 Days of Green Christmas’ campaign.
Read moreIt’s fair to say 2020 was a year we won’t forget in a hurry. We all faced changes brought about by the pandemic. But for many, the restrictions have resulted in more time with family and given us the opportunity to reflect on our priorities.
Read moreWe can’t believe it’s been six months since we launched our partnership with Dementia UK. Thanks to your generosity, and the fundraising efforts of our colleagues, we’ve raised more than £100,000 for the charity already.
Read moreFairness, transparency and good ethical practice remain at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to doing the right thing for our members, colleagues and the world around us.
Read moreAs you might already know, we launched our new charity partnership with Dementia UK in April. It’s been a critical few months for the charity, as it’s continued to support families living with dementia through the pandemic.
Read moreWhen you remortgage or sell your property, a mortgage valuation is an important part of the process. So we want to let you know what you can expect from this during the coronavirus pandemic.
Read moreThe mortgaged property (which may be your home) may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage
The past year has seen a different way of life for all of us. Our colleagues quickly adapted to the changing world, so we could maintain our services and provide continued support to you.
Read moreWe’ve spent the past two years fundraising for Samaritans, as they support the people who need them the most. Now we’ve come to the end of our partnership, we want to look back on our incredible achievements together.
Read moreWe know it’s been a strange few months. But we’ve also seen communities pulling together to offer each other hope – and we think it’s important to celebrate that.
Read moreDo you remember the first time you had your own money? Maybe it was your weekly pocket money? A fiver tucked into a birthday card? Earning a few pennies from the paper round?
Read moreWe know this is a confusing and worrying time for many people. And this can make us feel desperate for help or good news. Sadly, this presents a perfect opportunity for fraudsters to try to take advantage.
Read moreAs a Society, we’re committed to supporting our members and the communities they’re part of. One way we do this is through our colleague volunteering scheme.
Read moreIf you’re partial to a little scroll through social media, be sure to follow our Leeds Building Society accounts. We share updates and news from across the Society on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram on a daily basis. It really is the best place to keep up-to-date with what we’re up to.
Read moreAt Leeds Building Society, we’re serious about doing our bit for the environment. So we’re proud to say that we’ve held the Carbon Trust Standard for Carbon since 2018.
Read moreIn 2018 we became the first national high street financial institution to receive the Fair Tax Mark. We’re very proud to have done so once again in 2021.
Read moreAt Leeds Building Society, we’ve always believed in the power of communities. Whether it’s our founders coming together back in the day to help each other have a place to call home; a local branch celebrating 50 years on their local high street; or completing your local parkrun on a cold, blustery Saturday morning.
Read moreWith our roots in beautiful Yorkshire, we don’t have to be convinced that holidaying in the UK can be just as picturesque as going abroad.
Read moreWe’ve got an important ambition here at Leeds Building Society – to have an inclusive culture which enables our colleagues with a diverse range of skills, experiences, backgrounds and opinions to flourish, without barriers.
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