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sceebs67
sceebs67 Posts: 18 Forumite
hi been trying to open a new bank account but due to my credit history no banks will accept me only cardone bank anyone had dealings with these are they genuine they want 12 pound fifty off me to open my account

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  • SnowTiger
    SnowTiger Posts: 4,461 Forumite
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    sceebs67 wrote: »
    hi been trying to open a new bank account but due to my credit history no banks will accept me only cardone bank anyone had dealings with these are they genuine they want 12 pound fifty off me to open my account

    That's £12.50 per month. I wouldn't want to pay that, but when you have no other option...

    Have you tried applying to a high street bank for a basic bank account? These don't offer any credit facilities and are mainly aimed at people on benefits or low income who can't get a normal bank account.
  • KingElvis
    KingElvis Posts: 4,100 Forumite
    They are basically crooks who charge you for everything you do. Why not just get a decent, reputable pre paid card and have wages paid onto it or just get a basic account as mentioned above.

    Some basic accounts even except bankrupts.
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  • Tixy
    Tixy Posts: 31,455 Forumite
    Try either co-op cashminder account or barclays basic bank account. They will accept pretty much anyone - including people who are still bankrupt. The only people they won't accept are those with a record of fraud. Assuming thats not an issue they should accept you.
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  • iolanthe07
    iolanthe07 Posts: 5,493 Forumite
    Some basic accounts even except bankrupts

    Most do except bankrupts, but you may find one who will accept bankrupts.
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  • KingElvis
    KingElvis Posts: 4,100 Forumite
    iolanthe07 wrote: »
    Some basic accounts even except bankrupts

    Most do except bankrupts, but you may find one who will accept bankrupts.

    Got me there :D
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