Tuesday, June 21, 2011 - 1:26 PMA Red Flag
Lake Michigan Credit Union 
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2 stars)
I've been generally satisfied with LMCU. However, one recent negative experience I feel is worth highlighting.
In order to qualify for the "4% Max Checking" - 4% monthly interest return on checking accounts of >$15,000 - one must have at least 10 monthly debit card transactions. My debit card was stolen on the 21st of the month at which point I only had 6 transactions. One rep. told me LMCU's policy was to waive that requirement in the event of a lost/stolen card due to an inability to reach the threshold number (a new card takes 7-10 days to arrive). Then, I was told this is not the case and I must still meet the 10 transaction minimum because a lost/stolen card is "not their error". My noting that a stolen card is also not my error seemed to fall on deaf ears.
Between the inconsistency in communication on LMCU policy and the apathetic tone of the bank manager, I was sufficiently irritated to post this experience.
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1. Tuesday, June 21, 2011 - 4:38 PMThis seems to be a contigency that is not covered in typical T&C. Instead of fighting for a waiver, I would politely request that they send the replacement card via FedEx next day delivery without a fee. Some credit union did offer me such courtesy when I did not receive the debit card initially. Good luck.
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51hh623 posts since
Jan 16, 2010
Rep Points: 3,066
2. Wednesday, June 22, 2011 - 12:22 PMMellogirl5-
Hello, I’m from Lake Michigan CU Member Services Team. Sorry to hear about your recent negative experience. I just sent you a private message so we can connect one-on-one to discuss your situation further. Look forward to talking to you and thank you for your membership.
Bill Clancy, LMCU Member Services
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lmcu2 posts since
Jun 22, 2011
Rep Points: 5
4. Wednesday, June 22, 2011 - 4:48 PMI've had good luck getting other credit unions to overnight me a card before - even when it wasn't stolen. You should definitely ask!
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eric218 posts since
Oct 17, 2010
Rep Points: 144
5. Wednesday, June 22, 2011 - 4:48 PMI've had good luck getting other credit unions to overnight me a card before - even when it wasn't stolen. You should definitely ask!
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eric218 posts since
Oct 17, 2010
Rep Points: 144