Switch to First Direct and Get £100

Published on 16 Jan 2008
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Get £100 for nothing when you switch your current account to First Direct.

What's the deal?

Switch your current account to First Direct and they'll give you £100.

The account offers an automatic £250 interest and fee free overdraft, text alerts that help you keep an eye on your balance, a free sweeping facility and exclusive rates on First Direct saving accounts so if you're looking to switch this could be the account for you.

What's more, First Direct are so sure you'll love their personal service (you get straight through to a real person every time you call), that if you're not satisfied after 6 months they'll give you another £100 and help you move.

How to benefit

Open a current account with First Direct online, you can do this by visiting www.firstdirect.com/1st-account/. This is incredibly simple to do as their 'Easy Switch' facility means that they do all the leg work such as moving your standing orders and direct debits for you.

You'll then need to transfer income of at least £1500 into your new account within 3 months. Once this amount has been paid in First Direct will credit £100 to your bank balance.

Expiry date

There is no advertised expiry date for this 'satisfaction guarantee' offer.

Conditions

This offer is only available to individuals who haven't previously held a current account with First Direct.

Additionally, to operate you account free of charge you will need to pay in a salary or income of at least £1500 a month, maintain an average monthly balance of £1500, or hold a selected First Direct financial product such as a savings account or credit card. If you don't meet these conditions a fee of £10 per month will be imposed.

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