Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society reviews
Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society reviews
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Review summary
People rate this company as Excellent based on 1,649 product reviews
Latest positive rating
Excellent service from a very approachable team.
When my fixed rate mortgage came to an end and I became eligible to switch, I contacted Suffolk Building Society by telephone to find out... When my fixed rate mortgage came to an end and I became eligible to switch, I contacted Suffolk Building Society by telephone to find out what products might be available to me. From that first call right through to completion, I have received excellent service from every single one of the team with whom I have spoken....Zoey, Joe, Raj and especially Stephen. As an elderly person, I appreciate very much the patience and clarity of all the team. Every step of the way, all details were described and any clarification I needed was provided which meant I could make a decision as to what was appropriate for me with confidence. In addition to the mortgage, I wished to arrange Buildings and Contents insurance. This was accomplished with the same calm, friendly, reassuring efficiency. I am most grateful to everyone concerned. Read more Read less
Latest negative rating
If they had a zero stars
If they had a zero stars, I would happily award it to Suffolk Building Society I’ve been a customer of Suffolk for a number of... If they had a zero stars, I would happily award it to Suffolk Building Society I’ve been a customer of Suffolk for a number of years and was recently fortunate to clear a large part of my mortgage. Due to a change in circumstances, I reapplied for additional borrowing against my mortgage, which was less then I had cleared only a few months before. Nothing else has chanced in my circumstances, but they declined the additional borrowing. Whilst I understand this is their right, it is the excuse they have given, which baffles and frustrates me. Apparently, you must say, or give the impression that you will have the mortgage and be a customer for at least 6 years (despite taking out a 2 year fixed rate deal), or they will automatically decline you. I was honest with my intent to clear the mortgage at the end of the two year fixed rate deal, and this was the reason they declined me. I’m still in shock! This, coupled with the poor customer service means I will definitely be moving from Suffolk to another provider asap. Read more Read less