23rd June 2025
esbs, or Earl Shilton Building Society, recently released its annual results to members, revealing ongoing positive financial results driven by new CEO Scott Devereux. The Society, which has branches in both Earl Shilton and Barwell, maintains its growth with mortgage balances reaching an all-time high of over £147 million, while saving balances increased by...
9th June 2025
The Earl Shilton Building Society (esbs) Senior Team recently swapped their desks for trowels to help brighten up the local area as part of the Society’s ongoing support for Earl Shilton in Bloom. Several members of the esbs team volunteered their time to help plant summer flowers in planters throughout the town. Launched in...
4th June 2025
Raising kids comes with a hefty financial responsibility, but should financial support continue when they reach adulthood? In our latest poll, we asked how people feel about supporting their children financially once they turn 18, and the responses showed a wide range of perspectives. 44% of respondents see it as very important to support...
15th May 2025
As part of our ongoing commitment to community support, we have revealed the latest charities to benefit from our Charity Token Collector scheme. This scheme donates £500 to two charities each quarter, chosen by public vote on our website. Last quarter, the In the Community scheme supported The Ark Association and the Bradgate Park...
14th May 2025
Financial emergencies, from urgent home repairs to unexpected medical costs, can crop up when we least expect them. In our latest web poll, we asked how people typically respond when the unexpected happens. 42% of respondents said they rely on an emergency fund, showing that for many, setting money aside in advance offers peace...
14th April 2025
Earl Shilton Building Society (esbs) has strengthened its team with the addition of Rachael Bartlett. Rachael joined esbs in June 2024, with her experience from various customer-facing roles in retail, hospitality, and cafes making her perfect for her new role as Customer Services Representative – Branch & Savings Support. “I wanted to join esbs...
14th April 2025
Enjoying hobbies and entertainment is an important part of life, but how do people manage their spending while keeping their financial goals in check? In our latest website poll, 56% of respondents said they indulge when they can but keep an eye on their spending, suggesting that while most people enjoy their hobbies, they’re...
11th March 2025
Selecting the right financial institution can be a big decision, but what factors influence that choice the most? In our latest website poll, half of all respondents ranked competitive interest rates as their top priority. Whether it’s savings accounts, mortgages, or loans, it’s clear that people want to get the best possible return on...
20th February 2025
Leicestershire-based esbs has strengthened its commitment to environmental sustainability by partnering with TreeApp, a platform dedicated to global reforestation effort for a second year. TreeApp allows individuals and businesses to fund tree-planting projects worldwide, helping to offset carbon emissions and support biodiversity. This initiative is part of esbs’ ongoing mission to reduce its carbon...
11th February 2025
With a new year comes new year resolutions, and many of us take a moment to reassess our finances and set savings goals for the months ahead. But how do people actually plan to save more in 2025? For the majority of respondents—56%—cutting down on non-essential purchases is the go-to strategy. Whether it’s fewer...
