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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 2013credEcardplus ‘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 20138000 + 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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