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  • intalex
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    Kim_13 said:
    Skipton don’t allow internal transfers on non-working days
    Talked to an advisor on web chat who confirmed that since they are open from 09:00-12:00 on Saturdays, internal transfers made would be processed same day (reflecting 1st June too). Will give it a try and update on here.
  • Fingerbobs
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    10_66 said:
    Kim_13 said:
    10_66 said:
    10_66 said:
    Kim_13 said:
    Anyone having problems with Saffron? Tried to send them a secure message but it won’t send (have tried on 2 different days now.) Usually it would send on the website but this just throws up an error as soon as I log in.
    I still can't log in on PC (I prefer not to use apps when possible, prefer large screen and keyboard), so whatever the glitch is, they haven't fixed it yet.
    I just logged in fine on my laptop so hopefully will work for you now. (Saffron)
    Thank you.  Apparently the issue is because they've changed their specification for the length of the memorable word.  I wasn't aware that there had been a change, my old one certainly worked last week so the change can only be fairly recent.  Anyway, changed my memorable word, and all's ok now.
    Do you know what the specified length is? Is phoning them the only way to change it? Still no luck getting the app to send them a secure message (it all works fine until you hit send) and tried the leave message on their website but not sure that it went. The first time it told me to login after I typed out my message and tried to submit it, and when I did it gave me the usual error with a ticket number (though a different ticket number to before.) The second time it didn’t do this and seemed to go, but no confirmation received..
    My issue was that, when I got as far as entering the three digits of my memorable word I kept getting a message saying the information was incorrect. I rang them and, after a process of elimination, I was asked me how many digits were in my memorable word. There is now a minimum of 10 digits. The CS rep sent me an email link to change my memorable word. I don’t know if you can do this without phoning because looking at the log in page to reset, the only options are forgotten “user ID” or “password”, it doesn’t mention memorable word there.
    I've managed to change my Saffron password in the app to save having to contact them to change my memorable word
    Saffron: I just logged in on the Web for the first time in a while (usually use the app), and it told me I'd logged in with a temporary password, and forced me to change it, but it seemed quite happy with my existing 9-character memorable word.
    Logged out and back in again using the new password and original unchanged 9-character memorable word and got in fine. 
  • 10_66 said:
    Kim_13 said:
    10_66 said:
    10_66 said:
    Kim_13 said:
    Anyone having problems with Saffron? Tried to send them a secure message but it won’t send (have tried on 2 different days now.) Usually it would send on the website but this just throws up an error as soon as I log in.
    I still can't log in on PC (I prefer not to use apps when possible, prefer large screen and keyboard), so whatever the glitch is, they haven't fixed it yet.
    I just logged in fine on my laptop so hopefully will work for you now. (Saffron)
    Thank you.  Apparently the issue is because they've changed their specification for the length of the memorable word.  I wasn't aware that there had been a change, my old one certainly worked last week so the change can only be fairly recent.  Anyway, changed my memorable word, and all's ok now.
    Do you know what the specified length is? Is phoning them the only way to change it? Still no luck getting the app to send them a secure message (it all works fine until you hit send) and tried the leave message on their website but not sure that it went. The first time it told me to login after I typed out my message and tried to submit it, and when I did it gave me the usual error with a ticket number (though a different ticket number to before.) The second time it didn’t do this and seemed to go, but no confirmation received..
    My issue was that, when I got as far as entering the three digits of my memorable word I kept getting a message saying the information was incorrect. I rang them and, after a process of elimination, I was asked me how many digits were in my memorable word. There is now a minimum of 10 digits. The CS rep sent me an email link to change my memorable word. I don’t know if you can do this without phoning because looking at the log in page to reset, the only options are forgotten “user ID” or “password”, it doesn’t mention memorable word there.
    I've managed to change my Saffron password in the app to save having to contact them to change my memorable word
    Saffron: I just logged in on the Web for the first time in a while (usually use the app), and it told me I'd logged in with a temporary password, and forced me to change it, but it seemed quite happy with my existing 9-character memorable word.
    Logged out and back in again using the new password and original unchanged 9-character memorable word and got in fine. 
    I had to reset my password last week (with Saffron's excellent CS phoneline help) and didn't need to change my 8 character memorable word.
  • where_are_we
    where_are_we Posts: 1,236 Forumite
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    "Members’ Month Loyalty Saver account will be back again this year – it’s available from 1 June.

    Full product details will be on our website in June."

    Had this in email today from Saffron. Lets hope 8% is the rate.It would be nice to be able to put more than £50 in a month but that, I`m afraid, is wishful thinking!


  • "Members’ Month Loyalty Saver account will be back again this year – it’s available from 1 June.

    Full product details will be on our website in June."

    Had this in email today from Saffron. Lets hope 8% is the rate.It would be nice to be able to put more than £50 in a month but that, I`m afraid, is wishful thinking!


    It's already been confirmed on this thread by several people, who've already set up instructions with them, that it's going to be a maximum of £50 again
  • 35har1old
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    Progressive Building Society have launched a online rainy day saver with a 7% variable rate max £300 per month but you do have to be a current member or resident in NI
  • gt94sss2
    gt94sss2 Posts: 6,209 Forumite
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    35har1old said:
    Progressive Building Society have launched a online rainy day saver with a 7% variable rate max £300 per month but you do have to be a current member or resident in NI
    Mentioned a few days ago: https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/80797596/#Comment_80797596
  • 35har1old
    35har1old Posts: 2,095 Forumite
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    OneUser1 said:
    Progressive Building Society have their on-line Regular Rainy Day Saver account paying 7% (variable) for existing members and locals (which means those living in Northern Ireland) which takes £20-£300 per month.

    However I was unable to register for their on-line access - which requires a separate authenticating app to be downloaded - so I gave up trying. Those braver than me might like to give it a go.
    ALL their savings accounts are for existing members and locals ONLY so no entry via the back door.
    Not all of them from what I can see, I've just noticed their Branch Instant Access Saver Account doesn't seem to have the NI restriction on it.



    TBF I only looked at online as branch/post opening/operated is too much hassle and costs money.
    It doesn't cost money if you can get them to send an application pack with prepaid envelope in the post. I'll phone them in the morning to see if they'll do this, if not I'll just print and post an application pack. If I can get hold of the 7% RS I stand to more than offset the cost of a stamp with the extra interest I could earn.
    Even with the cost of providing certified copies of Id documents?
    ID documents might not be required 
    Even if it is required there doesn't need to be a cost involved if you no the right people
  • 35har1old
    35har1old Posts: 2,095 Forumite
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    edited 29 May 2024 at 12:45AM
    OneUser1 said:
    Progressive Building Society have their on-line Regular Rainy Day Saver account paying 7% (variable) for existing members and locals (which means those living in Northern Ireland) which takes £20-£300 per month.

    However I was unable to register for their on-line access - which requires a separate authenticating app to be downloaded - so I gave up trying. Those braver than me might like to give it a go.
    ALL online savings accounts are for existing members and locals ONLY so no entry via the back door.
    Authencating app salesforce is very easy to operate it's also needed to operate the online portal every time you login
    Once registered you can your view all you accounts
    Can also be used on other portals ie patient access
  • Aidanmc
    Aidanmc Posts: 1,453 Forumite
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    OneUser1 said:
    Progressive Building Society have their on-line Regular Rainy Day Saver account paying 7% (variable) for existing members and locals (which means those living in Northern Ireland) which takes £20-£300 per month.

    However I was unable to register for their on-line access - which requires a separate authenticating app to be downloaded - so I gave up trying. Those braver than me might like to give it a go.

    I've just tried also, couldnt get past the ID check stage. Says they will be in touch within 2 days
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