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01-14-2011 , 03:36 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by SuitedBaby
I'm waiting on a check that supposedly was cut around 12/13 and had a "delay in posting". I've been delaying a stop payment becuse of the info from this thread.

Could the people who posted about finally receiving their checks provide a little more information which I think will help everyone:

1) withdrawal requested date (12/11 for me)
2) postmark on check enevelope
3) date on check
4) location/country check was mailed from
5) date check finally arrived
6) approximate location you live (i.e. Midwest USA for me)
7) amount of check (i.e. $400 for me) if providing this info is OK with you since different cashout amounts may be treated differently

Thanks. I think everyone will benefit from this information since FullTilt is so negligent about providing it.
I wouldn't even be comfortable posting #4 anymore the way the DOJ has made this a priority. They might just shut down every bank in the state.
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01-14-2011 , 06:58 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by SuitedBaby
I'm waiting on a check that supposedly was cut around 12/13 and had a "delay in posting". I've been delaying a stop payment becuse of the info from this thread.

Could the people who posted about finally receiving their checks provide a little more information which I think will help everyone:

1) withdrawal requested date (12/11 for me)
2) postmark on check enevelope
3) date on check
4) location/country check was mailed from
5) date check finally arrived
6) approximate location you live (i.e. Midwest USA for me)
7) amount of check (i.e. $400 for me) if providing this info is OK with you since different cashout amounts may be treated differently

Thanks. I think everyone will benefit from this information since FullTilt is so negligent about providing it.
How in the **** do you think everyone will ****ing benefit? You either get your ****ing check or you don't. Its because of people like you that you don't have your ****ing check. And for a measly ****ing $400. Jesus
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01-14-2011 , 08:42 PM
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Originally Posted by OneOut
I wouldn't even be comfortable posting #4 anymore the way the DOJ has made this a priority. They might just shut down every bank in the state.
+1

Quote:
Originally Posted by playfordamoney
How in the **** do you think everyone will ****ing benefit? You either get your ****ing check or you don't. Its because of people like you that you don't have your ****ing check. And for a measly ****ing $400. Jesus
+1
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01-14-2011 , 10:21 PM
Yeah, can a mod please remove the potentially dangerous information.

Anyway, I thought this meant checks were an option once again, but after just checking I see they're not for me. Just reconfirms my decision to empty my FT account as soon as I can find a way to do so. I no longer have the energy to deal with all this.

GG DOJ. I concede.
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01-14-2011 , 10:27 PM
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Originally Posted by playfordamoney
How in the **** do you think everyone will ****ing benefit? You either get your ****ing check or you don't. Its because of people like you that you don't have your ****ing check. And for a measly ****ing $400. Jesus
Just like the it is rigged wierdos.
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01-14-2011 , 11:13 PM
I agree with the past two posters. I wish I hadn't responded. Can you please delete my response? Ty
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01-14-2011 , 11:42 PM
So are Canadian's affected by any "withdrawl via cheque" problems?

I ordered some checks this week, I'll report back on the progress. I'm guessing this thread is dedicated with a big fffffffuuuuuuuuuuu to the UIGEA tho
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01-15-2011 , 02:50 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by SuitedBaby
Could the people who posted about finally receiving their checks provide a little more information which I think will help everyone:
....
4) location/country check was mailed from
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Originally Posted by Eric82
4) I'm not very smart
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Originally Posted by Guyra
4. Neither am I
Thanks Rainbow Warrior for the smile of the day.
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01-15-2011 , 03:22 PM
The good news: received a fairly timely response from FT CS regarding the check issue.
The bad news: they tell me they don't anticipate check options being available for a while and tell me about wonderful bank transfers after I tell them in the initial e-mail that this is not an option. (reading comprehension and timely response expecting too much?)

Anyway, considering Pokerstars seems to be sending out checks and I'm even reading about Full Tilt sending cash to WA residents (dangerous for sure, but if I have no other option.....), I'm considering the following reply. Would I be overly obnoxious in sending this?

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Hi,
Thank you for your response. However, as I explained in my initial e-mail, none of the other current withdrawal methods are viable to me. I can't do Bank Transfers or Bank Wires on my bank account. I've had problems in the past and this will likely result in account closure at best. I've already been through several other banks in the area and am out of options in that arena. It is my understanding that the fees are ridiculous for this anyway for the amounts I would be withdrawing. If there is no check option for the foreseeable future, we need to work something else out.

I understand the DOJ is a major pain in all our asses and don't completely blame Full Tilt, but there should still always be a backup plan. Pokerstars, for one, has had minimal down time with their check service. As their chief competitor, I would expect your site to be no different in wanting to explore and exhaust such methods as well. Why not find out what they're doing that works? I play on Full Tilt for real money with the understanding that the site will be able to get me my funds in a timely and painless manner. If this is not the case, I may as well be playing with play money, right?

Thank you for your understanding and anticipated cooperation in the matter,
xxxx xxxxx
ID: xxxxxxxxxxxx

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My initial e-mail and their response.....

Original Message Follows: ------------------------

Hi,

I need to make a withdrawal, but it says that checks are currently unavailable
to me. Considering that none of the other options are currently viable to me,
when will checks be available again to me and if this isn't going to be soon, we
need to work out a way of getting me my money because I can't do bank transfers
or wires.


Thank you,
xxxx xxxxxx
ID: xxxxxxxxxxxx


Hello xxxx,

Thank you for contacting Full Tilt Poker Support.

We apologize for the inconvenience, but there is no withdrawal option through
checks and we do not have a return date at present, and you will need to set up
an account with a different processor to withdraw funds. For a list of payment
processing options available to you, please visit our website at:
http://www.fulltiltpoker.com/withdrawal

Bank Transfer withdrawals are sent directly from your Full Tilt Poker account to
your U.S. bank account via an electronic funds transfer.

Bank Transfer withdrawals are limited to one request per day and three per week
for amounts between $100 and $950. Please note that Bank Transfer withdrawals
are only available to U.S. checking accounts.

You can request a Bank Transfer withdrawal by following these steps:

1) Go to the "Cashier" window.
2) Select "Withdrawal".
3) Select "Bank Transfer" as your withdrawal method.
4) Enter the required information and confirm.
5) Double-check your banking information in the pop-up confirmation screen.

Incorrect banking information can lead to an irretrievable loss of funds, so
please check these details carefully.

Your funds will be available in your bank account 10 to 15 business days after
your request has been approved.

If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. We're always here to help.



Thank you for choosing Full Tilt Poker, and good luck at the tables!

Regards,

Elaine
Full Tilt Poker Support
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01-15-2011 , 05:52 PM
Quick idea: Pardon me if I sound ignorant, luckily I haven't had problems with my bank "raising eyebrows" when I deposit checks from FTP, but if your bank IS indeed giving you problems, is there something wrong with just cashing your check and taking the % hit at a check cashing places like Am***tt, etc etc?
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01-17-2011 , 06:08 PM
Processed and Approved: 12/16
Received: Today, 1/16

Check date is 12/16, from an American bank I don't recognize.
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01-17-2011 , 10:38 PM
[QUOTE=OneOut;24168249]The good news: received a fairly timely response from FT CS regarding the check issue.
The bad news: they tell me they don't anticipate check options being available for a while and tell me about wonderful bank transfers after I tell them in the initial e-mail that this is not an option. (reading comprehension and timely response expecting too much?)

Anyway, considering Pokerstars seems to be sending out checks and I'm even reading about Full Tilt sending cash to WA residents (dangerous for sure, but if I have no other option.....), I'm considering the following reply. Would I be overly obnoxious in sending this?

---------------------
Hi,
Thank you for your response. However, as I explained in my initial e-mail, none of the other current withdrawal methods are viable to me. I can't do Bank Transfers or Bank Wires on my bank account. I've had problems in the past and this will likely result in account closure at best. I've already been through several other banks in the area and am out of options in that arena. It is my understanding that the fees are ridiculous for this anyway for the amounts I would be withdrawing. If there is no check option for the foreseeable future, we need to work something else out.

I understand the DOJ is a major pain in all our asses and don't completely blame Full Tilt, but there should still always be a backup plan. Pokerstars, for one, has had minimal down time with their check service. As their chief competitor, I would expect your site to be no different in wanting to explore and exhaust such methods as well. Why not find out what they're doing that works? I play on Full Tilt for real money with the understanding that the site will be able to get me my funds in a timely and painless manner. If this is not the case, I may as well be playing with play money, right?

Thank you for your understanding and anticipated cooperation in the matter,
xxxx xxxxx
ID: xxxxxxxxxxxx

[\QUOTE]

I would see no problem sending that except in anticipating a good outcome.

Last edited by Pokerho; 01-17-2011 at 11:07 PM.
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01-18-2011 , 01:36 AM
Yeah, I don't even see a check as an option when I go try to withdraw from FTP? Is this a problem throughout the US?

edit: nvm seems nobody has check withdrawal as an option anymore.
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01-18-2011 , 02:41 AM
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Originally Posted by VeeSe
Yeah, I don't even see a check as an option when I go try to withdraw from FTP? Is this a problem throughout the US?

edit: nvm seems nobody has check withdrawal as an option anymore.
You have to click the 'more withdrawal options' to get to the second page where it's listed. I still have it.
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01-18-2011 , 11:56 AM
^^ Have you actually clicked the check withdrawal option?

When I try to select it, I get a pop up telling me it is no longer available and I need to choose a different withdrawal method.
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01-18-2011 , 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by ffr
^^ Have you actually clicked the check withdrawal option?

When I try to select it, I get a pop up telling me it is no longer available and I need to choose a different withdrawal method.
No, I didn't try it. The guy I was responding too just wasn't seeing it on the second page which happens a bunch because of they way they have that screen laid out. I know it's there, I can't verify if it's usable or not. (I'll check when I log in later)
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01-18-2011 , 01:00 PM
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Originally Posted by ffr
^^ Have you actually clicked the check withdrawal option?

When I try to select it, I get a pop up telling me it is no longer available and I need to choose a different withdrawal method.
Quote:
Originally Posted by NOSUP4U
No, I didn't try it. The guy I was responding too just wasn't seeing it on the second page which happens a bunch because of they way they have that screen laid out. I know it's there, I can't verify if it's usable or not. (I'll check when I log in later)
Just tried it. I'm a black card member and the button is there but clicking on it says ""not available". It's been that way for weeks.
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01-18-2011 , 05:11 PM
I have 1 page with 4 options on my withdrawal page.
2 of them aren't available.

The only 2 that are available are bank xfer and bank wire. If you need another alternative you're SOL right now. If Stars can send checks, there's no reason Full Tilt can't even if they have to mail them from Mongolia. We should all show up at Chris and Howard's doors with our hands out if this lasts much longer.
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01-18-2011 , 05:44 PM
I got a check a few days ago, it took about 30 days.
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01-18-2011 , 06:06 PM
Requested/Approved: 12/4
Stop Payment Request: 1/12
Received: 1/18

Great. Now I'd like to actually deposit the check. Just emailed FT to see if they have actually processed the stop request.
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01-18-2011 , 07:26 PM
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Originally Posted by GrouchySmurf
Requested/Approved: 12/4
Stop Payment Request: 1/12
Received: 1/18

Great. Now I'd like to actually deposit the check. Just emailed FT to see if they have actually processed the stop request.
It looks like the check I received last week may have bounced. That exact amount is being shown withdrawn from my account with no explanation.
I've never had a check bounce, so I don't know what it looks like.
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01-18-2011 , 09:30 PM
This just sucks! This sucks so bad that people are having checks bounce. I can't wait to get my remaining 4 checks owed. The money is very meaningful to me right now. I'm in my last semester of college and this is the final chunk of change I'm recieving. I've cashed out 100% of my bankroll and am moving on. I'm starting to get real worried though that the checks, when and IF they even do arrive, may not even clear!
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01-18-2011 , 10:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Eric82
This just sucks! This sucks so bad that people are having checks bounce. I can't wait to get my remaining 4 checks owed. The money is very meaningful to me right now. I'm in my last semester of college and this is the final chunk of change I'm recieving. I've cashed out 100% of my bankroll and am moving on. I'm starting to get real worried though that the checks, when and IF they even do arrive, may not even clear!
Frustration is understandable, but the blame lies in 3 parts.
1 - The DOJ and lawmakers who are causing all this.
2 - The site (Full Tilt) who are happy to keep the profits flowing but have lack a real solution to the problem.
3 - Us, the players, for continuing to leave our money on these sites for too long and trust them to come up with timely solutions.

So in essence, even though I'm not happy with them, I'm also pretty embarrassed for ignoring the signs and being stupid for so long. Shoulda stopped playing there and gotten all my money off a long time ago.
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01-18-2011 , 10:42 PM
Yep. I know this. As stated several times in this post. That's why I cashout frequently. I've requested 10 checks in the past two months. I never have more than 1.5k in the acct. I play to have fun. Not BRM my way up to $1m. I have recieved 6 of the 10 checks. 4 more to go totaling just under 3k. I have 1 penny left in my account. I'm done until the US legalizes it (if they legalize it)

fingers are crossed.
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01-19-2011 , 02:09 AM
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Originally Posted by transversal
It looks like the check I received last week may have bounced. That exact amount is being shown withdrawn from my account with no explanation.
I've never had a check bounce, so I don't know what it looks like.
WOW. That bites!. Please confirm once you know for sure.

Anyone else have a recent deposit bounce?
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