At Hanley Economic Building Society, we’re always proud to support our local community, especially when it comes to helping First Time Buyers achieve their homeownership dreams. Recently, we had the pleasure of surprising Holly and Ethan, a lucky couple from Stoke-on-Trent, with a £10,000 prize after they took part in our exclusive competition for members who had taken out our £2,000 First Time Buyer cashback mortgage.

A £10,000 Surprise

Holly and Ethan were already celebrating the purchase of their new home when they received the exciting news that they had won the grand prize. They had taken full advantage of our £2,000 cashback offer, designed to make it easier for First Time Buyers in Staffordshire to get onto the property ladder. But the £10,000 prize was a delightful bonus that they never expected!

Ethan, still in shock, said: “I was over the moon! We couldn’t believe it when we got the call.”

A Special Presentation

To mark the occasion, Holly and Ethan were presented with their £10,000 cheque by Larne Payne, our Finance Director, and Vicki Hardie, our Community Engagement Officer, at our Festival Park branch. It was a special moment for all of us, and we couldn’t be happier for the couple as they begin this exciting new chapter in their lives.

Supporting First-Time Buyers

The £10,000 prize draw was part of our ongoing commitment to supporting local First Time Buyers in what is an increasingly challenging housing market. Alongside our £2,000 cashback mortgage offer, the competition gave one lucky winner the chance to receive the additional £10,000 prize. For Holly and Ethan, this prize has been the perfect icing on the cake as they settle into their new home.

Vicki Hardie, our Community Engagement Officer, said: “Community is incredibly important to us, and supporting local First Time Buyers like Holly and Ethan is a key part of that commitment. We’re delighted for them and wish them every success and happiness.”

Holly and Ethan’s Journey with Hanley Economic

Holly and Ethan were kind enough to share their experience with us:

“Buying a house can be stressful, but Hanley Economic made it so much easier. The mortgage adviser at the Longton branch explained everything clearly, and they were always there to answer our questions. The process was professional, supportive, and straightforward, and we felt completely at ease. We’re so grateful for all the help and would definitely recommend Hanley Economic to other First Time Buyers!”

Looking Ahead: Continuing to Support Our Community

Mark Selby, CEO of Hanley Economic, spoke about the importance of supporting our local members:

“We’re absolutely delighted to support local First Time Buyers like Holly and Ethan. As we celebrate 170 years of helping our Members save for their futures and own their own homes, giving back to our community remains a core part of what we do. This is just one of the many ways we’re proud to make a positive impact. We wish Holly and Ethan all the best as they begin this exciting new chapter in their lives.”

Although the competition has now closed, we continue to offer a range of mortgage products specifically designed to help First Time Buyers like Holly and Ethan achieve their homeownership dreams.

Find more information on our mortgage options here, call us on 01782 255 000 or visit us at your nearest branch.