Check ordering companies that don't use Chex? Options

[somedaysomehow]

I remember reading this somewhere, but can't find it...

Which mail-order check companies won't pass along Chex information to your current bank?

Thanks!

[Googie]

[mca]

I think this is the information you are looking for...........

Did you know that when you order checks from Deluxe or one of their
subsidaries, that they send personal information to Chexsystems and to
Deluxe's collection agencies? They send your acount number, address,
phone number, and more. Do not order checks through Deluxe, Current
Checks, Designer Checks, or Checks Unlimited. They also send
information to other companies such as Debit Bureau, EFunds, and
SCAN.

The Style check company seems okay and it does state that they keep
all information confidential. Just always make sure that it isn't
owned by Chex. They also keep information on file such as your account
number, check numbers etc. Be Careful is all I am saying because there
have been people who ordered checks and then chexsystems contacts
thier bank realizing they have an account to let them know they are on
chexsystems. Some situations where accounts were closed just from
ordering checks.


Suggestions: Style Checks , Walmart, Identity, Checkworks



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[somedaysomehow]

MCA,

My account I need to order checks with is through BOA. Since they're normally chex-friendly anyway, would I most likely be okay order checks through Checks Unlimited? I'm not familiar with Style or The Check Gallery.

Thanks.

[mca]

I think you would be okay unless you have fraud reported to chex. Then I would definitely not use any affiliate of Deluxe. BOA is not what I would really consider chex-friendly. I mean yes, they are opening accounts left and right for people on chexsystems. But they do still use Chexsystems and now also EWS. Some people have been turned down already due to EWS. I really can not imagine BOA closing all the accounts that they opened for those on chexsystems. But I do still worry. In the past BOA was one of the banks that would freeze and close accounts at times. It was never as often as WAMU and Wells Fargo, but there were times they would practice the same policy.

[somedaysomehow]

Thanks so much, Mary.

No, no fraud.

Luckily, I found some checks, so I don't have to order any right now, anyway. But I'm bookmarking this thread for when I run out!

[CTSMOM01]

Is it ok to use Checks in the Mail? Promise Checks?
Thanks

[CTSMOM01]

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[mca]

I don't believe that either of these companies are affiliated with Deluxe, but I am still checking to know for certain

[CTSMOM01]

Ok MCA let me know. I'm a member on your website and I posted that I ordered from Checks in the Mail. I didn't have any problems, but I thought you said that were acquired by a Chex reporting company? I ordered back in Aug 2007. It's not on my Chex report either.
Thanks

[mca]

I think I was thinking of another place and was wrong. I am sorry. promise checks is a good one

Dear Mary,

Thank you for your interest in Promise Checks. We are an family owned, Christian check company and are not affiliated with Deluxe. We contract our printing service through Harland Clarke. We look forward to an opportunity to serve you!

Promise Checks Online Support

[CTSMOM01]

Is Checks in the Mail ok? Thanks for all your help!

[snowpuppy]

I just got my Chex report & have only used Checks In The Mail the last few times I've ordered. I think my last order thru CITM was in 2006, tho. My ordering history on Chex was blank.

HTH!

[CTSMOM01]

Mine was to, I just didn't want to raise any red flags if they have changed policies since I last ordered in Aug 2007.

Thanks

[mca]

We are not affiliated with Deluxe Checks.

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[ernestb48104]

Costco check printing doesn't use chex!

[LadyElan]

I've been using Bradford Exchange Checks with no problem.

[CTSMOM01]

MCA is it ok to use Bradford Exchange b/c I want to order from them?
Thanks

[CTSMOM01]

Per MCA from the Chexvictims website...Bradford Exchange Check Co. does not use Chex!

[mca]

Dear Valued Client,

Thank you for contacting Bradford Exchange Checks.

We are always pleased to hear from our clients and appreciate you giving us the opportunity to be of assistance.

We are not affiliated with Deluxe Corp or any other check company.

For additional assistance, we invite you to call our customer service center toll free between the hours of 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM (CT), Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM (CT), Saturday & Sunday. Our number is 1-800-323-8104.

Please respond to this email if we may be of further assistance. We do wish to advise you that we have leather checkbook covers and address labels to match many of our check designs. If you would be interested in ordering any these items, please visit the Bradford Exchange Checks online store by clicking on the following hyperlink: http://www.bradfordexchangechecks.com.

Sincerely,

Jessica
Bradford Exchange Checks Customer Service Director

[maronism]

What about when the bank orders checks for you, like Wells Fargo?

[mca]

you would have to find out what company the bank uses

[philly_mscl]

you would have to find out what company the bank uses

If you have an HP laser and a MICR toner cartidge, you can print Quicken checks (the check stock as available at Staples and OfficeMax).


In all seriousness, if you're in this kind of position, one way to mitigate it is to move your retirement accounts to the bank you're checking account is at. If you don't even have a retirement account, then go open an IRA at your bank and start putting your pre-tax and after-tax savings contributions in there.

No bank is going to be stupid enough to close your checking account to have you turn up at a branch and wipe out your savings and IRA and move the business to a credit union.

If you're habitually using OD and you have no savings or other deposit accounts at the bank, and then they see a Chex entry on you; well of course they will shut you down. The bank's risk managers will assume that the chances that you'll bounce something and then skip town on them are pretty good.

[Firemagican28455]

May have already been mentioned but Walmart does not use Chex. There have been rumors that they use EWS but I have yet to have an issue with them. I am in EWS but they have never declined my order. Though it is worth noting I am an Associate.

[mca]

Many have indicated to me that they were denied orders at Walmart due to EWS

[douginsea]

walmart checks uses EWS....

checkworks is a good one...they dont report to ews or chex.

This post has been edited by douginsea: May 17 2009, 01:49 AM