Tesco loan delay

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  • Daveygcats's Avatar
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    Hi, I applied for a Tesco loan on Friday, signed the agreement online etc and was approved almost instantly. I received an email to tell me it was approved (the exact words were ‘everything’s sorted, sit back and relax’) and I would receive the funds within 48 hours or 2 working days. With this information I have arranged the collection and payment of my new car for today (Wednesday) sorted the insurance to start today etc. However still no funds. I called the helpline who could see I did everything correct but there was a note saying it was under going ‘further checks’. They could not specify what these checks were or how long it would take. This has now become an extremely stressful situation and I am in limbo. Anyone else in this situation? How long will it take? Why send an email literally saying ‘everything’s sorted’ if it actually isn’t? This is terrible communication and customer service.
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  • ChristopherP's Avatar
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    @Daveygcats Hey there, thanks for getting in touch!

    I'm sorry to hear this and can understand your frustration and confusion.

    Without being able to access your application, it is likely that it was regulatory checks being processed before we could issue funds.

    Have you received the payment now?


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  • Daveygcats's Avatar
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    @ChristopherP Thanks your response. I received the funds on Wednesday afternoon, just in time to pay for and pick up the car. The actual time to receive the money was approx 2 and a half working days. This is fine but the ‘48 hours/2 working days’ email sent from once the loan is confirmed is inaccurate and should be changed to 3 working days or 72 hours for clarity and to prevent anyone else getting in my situation!
  • ChristopherP's Avatar
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    @Daveygcats Thanks for getting back to me. I'm glad to hear the funds arrived in time and you were able to complete the purchase!

    I've passed your comments on as feedback to the relevant department 😊