Chase. Fucking idiots.

[obfusciatrist]

@kaylasdad99

It so happens that I just now logged off my former WaMu account, and it’s telling something about changes coming as of October 25.

I didn’t read it thoroughly, as I was only on to check my balance, so I’m not sure if I’m missing some nuances.

On October 25 you’re accounts will officially stop being “WaMu” accounts and become Chase accounts (that is they’ll be migrated from WaMu to Chase systems). You’ll no longer be able to log into the WaMu web site and have to begin using the Chase web site (your WaMu ID will be migrated). You should have received a physical mailing (about 3 weeks ago) describing any changes to your specific accounts and you can learn more about it by going to www.chase.com/wamu.

[mack]

@gotpasswords

I know it’s too late for you, but one thing that the account holder can do while they’re still alive is to set up a POD or Pay On Death on their accounts. For this to work, the beneficiary needs to know that the POD exists and they need to know the account numbers.

Then, when they die, the named recipient can go to the bank and say “My Uncle Cecil had a POD on this account. Here’s a copy of their death certificate” and with a minimum of fuss, they give what’s in the account.

The last time I had to do this, I was out of the bank in under half an hour.

That’s good to know, thanks.