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Cherokee G

1 reviews | Active since Oct 2021

03 Sept 2022, 14:53

Standard Bank Shocking Service

It is Shocking but probably expected given the low level of Client Support Standard Bank has , that the Query’s you ask of them go largely unresolved and in fact are brushed aside. Simply put they are Bigger than you and wield the Big stick to put their Customers in their place because they hold all the Card’s. Just reading though many of the over 37000 complaints,, it’s clear that “Customer Service” make up the majority of the statements. My gripe is related to a query regarding my Overdraft Limit that’s been reduced with no reason other than to say I had been informed way back in 2019. Needless to say I’ve asked them to send me the documented proof with no luck except for them telling me I’ve apparently requested it. I have told them that I have absolutely no recollection of that yet here we are. My Overdraft is small, R 11900.00 of which I’ve used R 8000.00. It’s a matter of principle that I get a reasonable response from SB as to why it’s being reduced after being with them for 30 plus years. SB being there in their customers time of need is a joke. They rate top of the log in the most complaints category by a huge margin in an article written by a Business Tech. They clearly only have their best interest’s at heart. God forbid they help or assist the small guys , who by the way is the backbone of any business. So good luck to all those dissatisfied and frustrated Standard Bank customers. Maybe things will change. But at the age of 61 ,I don’t have enough time left here to see it happen. Even if I live to a 100. 🤔🤣

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Replies (7)
Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply03 Sept 2022, 15:21
Official
Good day Mr. Rixon 

This is not the level of service we strive for.

 We understand your frustration and we can assure and apologise for the inconvenience caused.

Our team will be in touch.

Kindest regards, 
Standard Bank Hello Peter Team
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CG
Cherokee G's update03 Sept 2022, 16:55
Reviewer Update
If and when you get in touch with me Please contact me via my email address
*** as It’s easier as SB have previously said they’ve tried to call and I never answered. BS. So Email is the best and transparent.
Chris
CG
Cherokee G's update06 Sept 2022, 19:05
Reviewer Update
Hi everyone. Got the email from the Hellopeter Team and that’s where things have stopped again. No further communication from “The Team”.
Reading the queries and complaints in this forum shows me that the Hellopeter Team (must be very busy guys) are brilliant at copying and pasting their replies.
Anyway I’ll update HP whenever I get any further response to my complaint. Cheers.
Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply07 Sept 2022, 08:06
Official
Good Morning Mr. Rixon

We have flagged this matter with our team.
 
Our team will be in touch with further feedback.

Have a great day

Kindest regards
Standard Bank Hello Peter Team
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CG
Cherokee G's update07 Sept 2022, 17:21
Reviewer Update
Hi everyone. So I’ve had my response from Standard Bank Cheque Account and Hellopeter Team which I’ve inserted below not editing or leaving out anything.

Good day Mr. Rixon
I trust all is well.
The reduction order on your overdraft was loaded on in June 2019. The reason the reduction order was loaded it was because either one or more account with the bank were not in good standing. This would include any credit facility with the bank.
The Bank can review the reduction order subject to a new application. Which will include a complete bureau check. Application documents will required which include latest proof of income and a income and expenses form.b
Kind regards
Hello Peter Team


Yup. That’s the response you get after years of paying monthly fees and interest.

Below is my final response to them.

Hi. Thanks but no thanks. My reason for questioning the reduced overdraft amount was that I cannot remember receiving nor being contacted about any reduction.
At one time or another your clients will go through difficult times hence we had Credit protection policy on the account. It’s amazing that my Credit card has remained the same. I’m retired now and am not going to jump though hoops with Standard Bank Cheque Account for what is a pathetic example of what goes for service.
Outside of my small overdraft I don’t owe any outstanding payments to Standard Bank. All other accounts I have are in good standing and I don’t see anything changing in that regard.

All I can say is take the blinkers off as from what I see on only one Forum, being Hellopeter, you guys will be losing a lot more clients. 37000 unhappy people can’t be wrong. Glad SB is so big that the small guys don’t count. Loyalty count’s for nothing.

Have a Brilliant day further and remember that the wheel turns.

Good luck to all with regard to this institution. At least I’ve tried.
Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply08 Sept 2022, 07:48
Official
Good Morning Mr. Rixon

We appreciate you raising your concerns with us.

Our team has been flagged on this matter and we will get back to you.

Have a great day further.

Kindest regards
Standard Bank Hello Peter Team
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CG
Cherokee G's update08 Sept 2022, 08:03
Reviewer Update
Hi Standard Bank Hellopeter Team. These computers generated cut and paste response’s mean absolutely Nothing. Rather stop Embarrassing yourselves further and Keep quiet. Your “Toothless Comments” are a complete waste of time.
Have a Brilliant day further and regards to “Computer” who seems to be the only working Thing there.