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New free credEcard app for iPhone and iPad
We have launched a new app to make it easier for customers to access their account
on iPhone and iPad. View your account balance and recent transactions from anywhere
with the free credEcard app. We will be launching the credEcard app for Android
in 2014.
Use credEcard app to:
• View account balance and recent transactions
• Send and request money from credEcardplus accounts
• Request a free call back
Access the app store to download the free credEcard app today.
March 2013 –
credEcardplus ‘ENVELOPE’ facility will help members
ring-fence essential funds & avoid financial difficulty
The benefit reforms to be introduced in 2013 will see a large percentage of credit
union members, unaccustomed to managing their money on a monthly basis, struggle
to maintain regular payments for essentials including rent, council tax, utility
bills etc…. not to mention repayment of credit union loans.
However, the credEcardplus prepaid Visa card and e-account programme will shortly
include our new ENVELOPE facility designed to help those members who will have to
adapt to having benefits and wages paid directly into their e-account once a month.
The facility allows the member to automatically ‘ring-fence’ a percentage of their
monthly income they need to pay essentials, whilst leaving the remainder free to
spend or withdraw as cash.
Estimates show that many organisations could see an estimated 9%-14% increase in
arrears following the introduction of the universal credits system. Including housing
associations, care facilities and others will see an estimated 9%-14% increase in
arrears following the introduction of the universal credits system. The credEcard
ENVELOPE facility will help your members to avoid falling behind with essential
payments, providing a useful money management tool to take away the stress and complications
of adapting to the new benefits format.
For further information on the New ENVELOPE facility and how it can benefit your
credit union and members, contact Geoff Leech, Head of Partner Development on 01756
693257 or email Geoff.leech@contisgroup.com.
March 2013 –
8000 + new members across 45 credit unions turn to
credEcard
The latter period 2012 saw a further 8000+ new credit union members become credEcardplus
users. Furthermore there are now more cardholders than ever receiving cash rebates
of up to 15% when they use their credEcardplus to pay for their weekly shopping.
But the significant increase in card take-up is more than just a result of the cash
rewards available to cardholders. The card is provided to credit union members along
with an e-account that provides money management functionality similar to that provided
by a high street bank account. Users can have wages, loans and benefits paid directly
into their credEcardplus e-account (the account comes with a UK sort code
and account number) and are able to withdraw cash at ATMs and supermarkets, set
up standing orders or recurring payments, pay bills and view up to the minute transaction
information and statements.
Fees for using the account are minimal, and ethically priced, ensuring cardholders
receive maximum benefit for minimal outlay. The UK based customer services team
provide all members with support including how to activate their card, set up standing
orders and how avoid incurring fees and get the best value when using the card and
e-account.
October 2012 – More retailers have joined the
credEcardplus Rewards
cashback programme. Cardholders can now benefit from 7% cashback from HotelStayUK
and 6% cashback from Babies Я Us when they shop in store or online using their
credEcardplus
card.
April 2012 – We are delighted to report that the number of new cards
issued, compared to the previous 12 months, has increased by over 35%, mainly due
to the programme offering customers greater versatility than other prepaid cards,
a highly transparent fee policy and that the card offers a cost-effective alternative
to standard banking facilities.
March 2012 – Check out our
facebook page for all
the latest updates on from
credEcardplus.
December 2011 – credEcard Rewards is up for the top prize in the
Best Card Benefits Programme of the Year, alongside five other big-name contenders.
Now in their seventh year, the awards recognise and reward excellence, customer
service and innovation in the card and payments market. To view all the finalists
and for more information
click here
October 2011 – A big thank you to all our account holders who voted
in the credEcard design competition. The winning design was card A.
September 2011 – credEcard prepaid Maestro® card is having a makeover
and we would like our cardholders to decide which should be the final design we
produce for their new cards. All those who respond will be entered into a prize
draw to win a giftcard. To see the design choices and enter the prize draw
click here
April 2011 – Capital Credit Union have signed up to offer the credEcard
to their members. For more information and to get your card, contact the Credit
Union direct
click here
April 2011 – Rewards, credEcard is now offering a cash rebate at
selected outlets when using your credEcard Prepaid Maestro Card.
March 2011 – Discovery Credit Union have signed and are now offering
the credEcard Prepaid Maestro Card to their members. For more information and to
get your card, contact the Credit Union direct
click here
October 2010 – Memory 4 Teachers & Memory 4 Student have signed
up to offer the credEcard to their members. For more information and to get your
card, contact Memory 4 Teacher
click here and Memory 4 Students
click here
October 2010 – Spectrum Finance have signed up to offer the credEcard
as part of a payroll facility.
September 2010 – Easy to Claim, With over 20 years experience we
are able to give professional advice and work to gain the maximum possible compensation
for your personal injury or medical negligence claim. Easy to claim is offering
the credEcard for receiving compensation payments
click here
August 2010 – i4 Group have signed up to offer the credEcard to
temporary workers in the global contracting industry. To get more information and
your card, contact i4 Group
click here
July 2010 – Camden Plus Credit Union have signed up to offer the
credEcard to their members. For more information and to get your card, contact the
Credit Union direct
click here
Mar 2010 – South Manchester Credit Union have become the latest
Credit Union to offer the credEcard to their members. For more information contact
the Credit Union direct
click here
Feb 2010 – CredEcard and Sheffield Credit Union have launched a
partnership. Read the article in the Sheffield Star
click here or contact
the Credit Union direct
click here and get your card now!
Dec 2009 – Give Me My Money, the claims champions, are supplying
the credEcard to their successful clients so that they have an easy way of spending
the compensation that they receive; rather than the hassle of dealing with cheques.
If you think you may have been mis sold PPI (payment protection insurance) contact
Give Me My Money Ltd direct
click here
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