Changes to Cashminder Account

[sjbyron]

True
but a bank shouldnt offer a "new" card which is to make it "better" for the customer, when its just an embosed visa electron card and not the debit card.

Thats not very ethical too me

[Skippy]

Has anyone else had a Visa debit card from the Co-op yet? If so, are the first 4 numbers 4508?

[ivas4us]

Yes just received mine and first 4 digits are 4508

[sjbyron]

So you too have an Electron card dressed up as a Debit card

[kallis3]

As long as it is accepted in shops, which it appears to be (or so I've read on other forums) then that's ok.

I shall be applying for a new account with them soon I think.

[plasticdaft]

Their online banking is very simple to use for setting up and cancelling DD's,SO's etc. PAying cash or cheque in is easy,you never have to go near a branch and its free. All good stuff.

[Skippy]

Jan, the card is accepted in shops and I've used it in shops where they haven't had the Electron sign.

I can't remember any other complaints about the Co-op, and unless you've got spare money each month to pay for a 'managed' account I'd recommend it anyone.

[Max]

Skippy - why could you not have a co-op savings account - that can't be od? I asked about one on the phone and was told no problem.

[Skippy]

They won't let anyone who is bankrupt have a savings account for some reason.

[Max]

Daft!!

[Skippy]

I've opened an account with Yorkshire Building Society with no problems - it's probably better as I can't tranfer the money back and forward instantly so it might stay longer in my account!

[Max]

Good idea that - thanks for all your help.

[Adam16]

I have nothing but praise or the co-op. But I do have a current account.

The internet banking is superb and on the odd occasion i ring the call centre the help is excellent. I use my local post office for paying cheques in. Never been to a branch in the 6 months i banked with them.

A refreshing change from the Natwest, who were sell, sell, sell...