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Tesco Account Closure Letter
Anyone else had one ? Whilst downloading my latest statement I found one for one of my current accounts in my documents store. MrsM has got one too. Maybe prompted by us each closing our 2 savings accounts recently. No notification that it was there so only found it by accident by selecting documents instead of statements…
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Joint account
I want my son to open a savings account (not ISA) so that I am able to transfer funds into so that he has access in the event of something happening to me. He doesn't want the funds to go into his account because he doesn't see this as his money and I may need it back. Is this the best idea or should we have a joint…
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Are Co-op likely to upgrade my account?
In 2014 my wife and I entered into an IVA as we had huge credit card debts (mostly to MBNA) that we could no longer service. At the time we held a current account with NatWest. I didn't inform NatWest about our IVA, quite honestly it never occurred to me to do so as none of our debts were with NatWest or any other company…
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Oldbank account
I have an old Abbey National account and want to know if its got any money left in it. How do I get in touch with them?
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Opening business bank accounts on hold
I'm trying to open a business bank account as a sole trader but all of the banks I've tried have holds on opening any business bank accounts. They all say they will advise when they'll start taking new applications - some advise around mid December. I don't want any loans or anything I just want to keep my business trading…
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meerkat app - keep an eye on your spending
How safe is it for me to link my bank account to my meerkat app? Has anyone any experience of using this facility? Is it useful and how does it work? I can’t find any details about it anywhere.
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QuidCo and TSB Spend-and-Save
Looks like QuidCo are offering £50 cashback for opening a TSB Spend-and-Save account. https://www.quidco.com/tsb-current-account/ Go fill your boots! P
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Amount per litre
Hi all, I want to find out how I calculate a figure to find what the amount is per litre. I am wondering if something is worth buying for £13.00. It’s really baffling my mind as no idea what the calculation is I need to do.
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Problem with Santander Online Banking via Tethered Mobile 4G
HiI'm having ongoing problems with Santander's online banking using tethered mobile 4G. I've done a bit of google searching but can't find an obvious solution. Just wondering if anyone has a similar problem. The problem is more or less every time a try and logon. At various stages it just takes me back to the login page.I…
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HSBC or RBS?
Thinking of transferring my Tesco Bank to either HSBC or RBS for their bribe! But which might be less hassle? As going through various threads HSBC might be worse! And as I am still having problems accessing and using my new Virgin money account don't need any more complications if I can help it!
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How did WW get my new debit card details?
I’ve recently had a new debit card issued, and had a couple of emails from Weight Watchers asking me to update payment details as they hadn’t been able to take payment. I’ve been wanting to cancel membership anyway so ignored emails. Their last email to me said they would try once more and if unsuccessful, would cancel my…
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No fee business banking account
Can anyone recommend a business banking account that doesn't come with a monthly fee? I'm currently with Santander and had a promo period of no fees which is due to end in December. As it stands my business doesn't make a lot of money and I don't want another monthly outgoing. All I need is an account with a debit card and…
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Overdrawn customer thinking of switching to starling
Hello, Starling bank has recently popped onto my radar. Looking at their website, it seems me, being a halifax overdrawn customer could save around £80 a year by switching to them (providing they accept an overdrawn customer) Would that be a good idea? obvs the savings on the account is a bonus, but are starling any good?
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HSBC
I know some people said that HSBC can be somewhat difficult but I didn't realise how much. I have just opened a Advance account really for the incentive and the regular saver, it took some doing trying to get online banking set up and I find it a bit of a pain to login but I could live with that, what has really put me off…
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HSBC CIFAS
Hello All Not posted for a few years but looking for some advice regarding a CIFAS marker. Firstly thanks to this forum over the past 5 years I've managed to get my debts paid off and looking to the future. I'm finally in a position to apply to apply for a mortgage and before i put any application in I've been checking all…
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Switching bank
I've got a building society account. I want to switch to another bank where I can get my first debit card. Llyods bank is a no go because they require my building society to provide me with a debit or credit card before I switch, but they have never ever had cards before. So what other banks are there where I can switch…
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POA...register with parents bank
My parents have given myself,Sister & Stepbrother power of attorney should their health get much worse. They only have 1 bank account with Santander, and we are concerned that Mum who has Dementia might lose / misplace her bank card. Dad is ok but very deaf and struggles to converse with people. We suggested that they…
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HSBC new account no telephone reg key?
Hi. Can anyone suggest me anything. I'm so confused. I opened a new HSBC account and got the card and pin on Monday. To set up internet banking it says I need a telephone banking number which I would have done when registering apparently. I don't think I did one. So I rang customer services which the automatic line asked…
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Direct Debit: Business wants back £700 back-payment
Hello, My two children attend a small local football club and I pay about £35 a month by direct debit. The company has just sent me an email saying that I have been paying the wrong amount for the last 20 months - £35 instead of £70! - and they would like the money owed to them. As you might imagine, I don't have a spare…
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Best Small Business Bank Account
Hi, Would appreciate suggestions for best small-business banking account. Looking for provider with low fees but need overdraft facility - Thank you, Jonathan