Comments on: Fragmented Fridays

By: Maggi

Maggi — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 13:23:00 +0000

I just love your letter to the bank, that could be adapted and sent off to so many companies that enjoy screwing the bottom feeders (like myself) lol.

I’m around 23 weeks pregnant and have already started the “no sleeping” issue. Oh well, practice for May I guess! lol Congrats on your pregnancy!

By: Carolee

Carolee — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 20:44:00 +0000

OMG- I love your letter! I swear it just doesn’t pay to be broke….

Ok, I know it’s not funny…but if you don’t laugh, you cry…..

Anyway, I’m here for Friday Fragments- on Monday!

Late, but still here!

My “mom” blog is at: http://www.comeonhome.net

By: unknownmami

unknownmami — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 05:22:00 +0000

In reply to Tettelestai. Last pregnancy my feet did swell, the left one more than the right. So far this pregnancy I haven't had the swelling (knock on wood).

By: Marlaahansen

Marlaahansen — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 16:56:00 +0000

I absolutely, positively, with every fiber of my being, HATE Chase bank. They bought our mortgage a few years ago and it has been a living nightmare with them from day one.

Where do I sign your letter?

By: OHN

OHN — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 13:45:00 +0000

I was just notified that I am part of a class action lawsuit against my bank and I am thrilled. My deposit didn’t clear before my checks did. I had enough to pay 3 checks that would have cleared and only had one that wouldn’t. (It was an honest math error on my part, thinking I had more in there than I did, and was negative 4 dollars.) They got busted doing their routine….let’s put the largest check through so all the other ones will bounce. Assholes. Obviously I am not alone..hence the class action that the customers WON. I will be getting back all my fees.

I did a post not long ago about these bastards. We have our mortgage, six checking (including two business accounts), and two savings accounts with them….and too many auto pay’s and direct deposits (and transfers between accounts) to close all of them. Though….if I could be certain that any other bank would be different, and I wouldn’t get socked with fees (mortgage etc) I would go through the hassle of changing it all.

On the up-side….you have a beautiful belly and I AM going to find your cream recommendation in my podunk town.

By: Classic NYer

Classic NYer — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 12:53:00 +0000

I’m so loving your letter to the bank… you and this old lady from UK: http://u.bb/3sH

By: Sandra

Sandra — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 05:51:00 +0000

Bitching is ok. Bitching is good. And if you do decide to send the letter, do let us know the result. Maybe I’ll give it a try.

By: unknownmami

unknownmami — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 04:52:00 +0000

In reply to Anonymous. I think it's more like the lock has a jar on it.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 03:24:00 +0000

Banks. Is there anything more corrupt?! Well, maybe insurance companies. But banks are a close second.

That is exactly why I keep my money in a jar on top of my fridge. (Note to robbers: The jar has a lock on it.)

By: Oscar

Oscar — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 02:09:00 +0000

The mafia gets arrested for the same thing.

Banks suck.

You’re allowed to vent.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 00:20:00 +0000

Haha, love your letter. USAA still has free checking, and you don’t have to be military or anything to open an account. I can even take pictures of checks with my cell phone to deposit.

Use that pregnant belly while you can. It makes people nicer.

I’ll have to try that Egyptian Magic. I’m in a super dry climate now and need something that’ll moisturize without irritating.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 13:43:00 +0000

Just saying the bank name Chase gave me shivers. Two years ago I had a big go-round with that particular bank and I have severed all contact with them. If I could I would run a world wide ad advising discriminating consumers against opening any account with Chase. I know it is a nuisance to make the necessary changes to online auto pay and auto deposits, but once you get past that you should have a little peace with no surprise fees. Good luck. Banking hassles can be so irritating. Especially for the regular folk. You are right, wealthy people do not get treated like this.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 08:36:00 +0000

I feel you on the financial frustration – and I LOVE your letter!

By: Doreen McGettigan

Doreen McGettigan — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 05:54:00 +0000

Oh these banks are making me crazy and the hospitals yikes I had a gall bladder out jeeze they are talking like $98,000…I cannot afford the co-pay and if I request medicare I have to allow them to put a lean on my house…I do not know what is going on but you are right it aint helping the poor folks…
I however am determined to stay positive..all year..even when it is hard!

By: brainella

brainella — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 04:18:00 +0000

In reply to unknownmami. Ohh...I'm making a Whole Foods run tomorrow morning. YAY! :)

By: Tattytiara

Tattytiara — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 02:31:00 +0000

For $120 bucks a year I not only want free ATM, I want my money delivered to me gift wrapped on a silver platter by a barely dressed, lightly oiled fitness model.

By: unknownmami

unknownmami — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 00:39:00 +0000

In reply to Gina. I did call the bank. They did nothing for me except reiterate what the letter said. Time to go to a credit union, I guess.

By: SueMac99

SueMac99 — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 00:33:00 +0000

I love that letter!

By: Betsy @ Zen Mama

Betsy @ Zen Mama — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 00:20:00 +0000

My local bank that I switched to go “local” has just done this to me too. I have to research a new bank before I can switch….so frustrating! I have a wonder product, too, called bag balm. It’s kind of like a lotion mixed with vaseline. I’m lost when I’m out…however that’s only happened once because the container lasts for years.

By: Mama Zen

Mama Zen — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 22:42:00 +0000

I’ve heard that most of the banks are going to be slapping on more fees. They suck.