About to send SAR

[itchy]

I'm about to send my SAR to Natwest. Before I do I would like to ask if there is any way the bank can make things difficult for me on my account once they know I intend to retreive my money?

[smoorach]

there is a possibility of the bank closing an account however it is unlikely and easily sorted take out a parachute account with someone else. good luck. ive had no problems with the bank of scotland so far and no closed accs

[Javey]

I asked the same question before I started itchy. Apparently it is unlikely and reading a lot of the threads here backs that up. It could depend on your bank, you'll get more specific advise when you start to post in your particulars banks thread. Also, it does seem more likely when more than one claim has been made.

 

Personally I think that if you stick to the facts, do your homework and preparation and keep any correspondence with your bank civil and to the point then I can see no reason why they should close your account. It's always a good idea to set up another account though just in case (a parachute account) best to be prepared .

 

Best of luck with your claim . Keep us posted.

[Allyxia]

Hello and Welcome

 

First of all don’t panic - you will soon have your money back in your hands where it belongs!!

 

Yes…you can claim back your charges, even if you were late paying, even if you went over your limit and even if your DD Bounced!!!

 

Remember the banks have acted unlawful you haven’t!!!

 

Before you start anything make sure you read the FAQs and as many threads as possible as there is a wealth of information on here!!

 

Before you begin, make sure you start your own thread in the bank forum you are claiming against. Here you will have other “experts” who know how that particular bank reacts. As you have already posted this one, I assume you already know how to do that!

 

First of all, if you haven’t already, you need to get hold on your statements. You do this by sending them SAR letter. Remember you can claim back for the past six years, including closed accounts, mortgage, credit cards, car finance, loan accounts and even accounts that are with Debt Collection Agencies and Bailiffs!!!!

http://www.consumeractiongroup.co.uk/forum/bank-templates-library/516-1-data-protection-act.html

 

If you already have your statements then you can start by sending them the Prelim letter.

http://www.consumeractiongroup.co.uk/forum/bank-templates-library/671-2-letter-preliminary-approach.html

 

Remember its important to open a parachute account, especially if the charges are spiralling out of control and you have little or no money left, at the end of each month.

 

If your account goes into a negative balance after you have transferred your banking, send them this notice to prevent them taking any further action.

http://www.consumeractiongroup.co.uk/forum/bank-templates-library/5078-10-data-protection-act.html

 

If you get stuck have a look (by searching) to see if your question has already been asked by reading other people threads, if you are still not sure either post your question in your own thread or PM me and I will be happy to help you.

 

Also look for another newbie claiming against the same bank as you, that way you can do your claim together and support each other as the post drops through the door!!

 

Sometimes the banks act awfully and you can get very stressed out by it all. But stick to your guns - you are in the right - they are not. Don’t let them put you off, that’s what they want to do!

 

Im also with Natwest so have a look at my post if it helps you!!!

Good Luck