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New £50 buffer fund will be a real lifeline


IF YOU’RE worried about bank charges we can help.


We can help you open a fee-free bank account, which means you won’t be charged if a Direct Debit or standing order fails.


Now, we can offer tenants with one of these accounts and who pay their rent by Direct Debit another £50 ‘buffer’ – which is similar to an overdraft. That £50 interest-free credit could be a lifeline for tenants who need a bit of financial support – or who are worried about opening a bank account. Direct Debit is a quicker, easier and more secure way to pay rent – and the new fund will support tenants who have a fee-free bank account and pay their rent that way.


Dunedin Canmore Director of Housing Alan Glasgow, said: “Our £50 ‘buffer


fund’ is a great way of helping people who may be struggling to make ends meet.


This affordable credit is an extra support for tenants who have a fee-free bank account.


“We’ll also offer tenants financial advice – including expert budgeting advice – if they set up the account.


“This is another important way we’re helping people cope with welfare reform.” The scheme is a partnership between Wheatley Group – Dunedin Canmore’s parent organisation – and Pollok Credit Union.


Tenants can use the interest-free £50 at any time, up to once a year. For more on fee-free bank accounts and on the £50 ‘buffer fund’, talk to your housing officer, phone us on 0131 478 8888.


easy ways to pay rent


1. DIRECT DEBIT: Set up a bank instruction to pay your rent weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly or monthly.


2. ONLINE: Visit www.dunedincanmore.org. uk to make a rent payment.


3. By PHONE:


Call 0131 478 8888 to pay by debit or credit card.


4. POST OFFICE:


Pay at any Post Office using your rent payment card.


5. BY PAYPOINT:


At any shop that displays the PayPoint sign.


6. BY POST:


Send a cheque or postal order to: Dunedin Canmore Housing, 8 New Mart Road, Edinburgh EH14 1RL.


If you’re not sure which is the best option for you, call us on 0131 478 8888 for advice.


It’s easier than ever to pay your rent online


DID you know you can pay your rent online? Online payments are quick, convenient and easier than ever before.


If you have an allpay payment card you can pay your rent online at any time using our website.


Paying online is quick and convenient; there are peak times when our customer service


centre experiences a large number of calls and it may be difficult to get through and make a payment.


If you choose to pay online you can do it at a time that is convenient for you. To pay your rent online visit www.dunedincanmore. org.uk/2/tenant-pay-rent and follow the instructions on the screen.


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