Virtual card number services triggering account limits

Here’s a summary of the main issue and the solutions discussed: Main Problem: The user is unable to complete more than 4 transactions with Privacy.com linked to their Fidelity Cash Management Account due to these transactions being classified as cash transfers, which hits a transaction limit. Solution Discussed: The user was advised to contact Privacy.com…

EFT to a loan account

Main Problem: The user is unsure how to make additional principal payments on their mortgage using information provided by their local bank, specifically regarding adding the mortgage as an external account for easier payments. Discussed Solutions: The user can attempt to add the mortgage as a payee in Fidelity’s Bill Pay system, which allows users…

Is there any way to add an Amex checking account without manually inputting the data in field view?

Here’s a summary of the user’s issue and the solutions discussed: Main Problem: The user is unable to add an American Express checking account in Full View without manually inputting data, as it links to the credit card instead. Solution: The user should navigate to “Accounts & Trade,” then “Full View,” and select “+ Add…

How can I check my account registration details?

Here’s a summary of the main issue and solutions discussed: Main Problem: The user, MGoLou, wants to know how to view the names/entities under which their different accounts (brokerage and cash management) are registered, as this information is not available on the website. Solution Offered: Fidelity representatives suggest contacting them directly via social media or…

How to Check and Set Up Overdraft Protection with Fidelity

Here’s a summary of the main problem and solutions discussed in the conversation: Main Problem: The user wants to check if their Fidelity managed checking account is set up with overdraft protection, specifically concerning auto payments. Solution: To check and set up overdraft protection, the user should log into Fidelity.com and follow these steps: Select…

How I Can Dispute an Unauthorized Debit Card Charge

Summary of the user’s issue and solutions provided: Main Problem: The user, misscris, reported an unauthorized charge on their debit card and inquired about disputing the transaction online. Solution: The user should contact Fidelity’s Debit Card Services team to submit a dispute, as they are available 24/7 via the service number on the back of…

Confused about Self Funded overdraft protection.

Summary: The user is confused about the $250 minimum transfer requirement while setting up their Cash Management Account (CMA) and how it affects overdraft situations. If the user selects “Free Self-Funded Overdraft Protection,” the CMA will only draw enough funds from the funding account to cover the shortfall, without a minimum transfer requirement. If the…

Do I Earn Interest in My Fidelity Cash Account?

Summary of User’s Concern and Solutions Discussed: The main problem reported by GirlyCathy is confusion about how interest is earned in her cash management account with Fidelity, specifically whether the interest is earned daily or annually. FidelityDexter clarified that interest is calculated daily but paid out monthly, and the provided rates are annual, meaning GirlyCathy…

Can I Open Multiple Cash Management Accounts on Fidelity?

Here’s a summary of the user’s query and the response regarding Fidelity’s Cash Management Accounts: Main Problem: The user inquired about the limit on the number of Cash Management Accounts they could open at Fidelity and whether having multiple accounts would have any negative implications. Solution: Fidelity confirmed that there is no limit to the…

Addressing common questions related to Silicon Valley Bank failure, including FDIC v SIPC and more.

Summary of User Concerns and Solutions: Main Problem: Users are concerned about the safety and coverage of their assets in light of recent bank failures, particularly regarding the differences between FDIC and SIPC protections. Solution 1: Fidelity provides clarity on FDIC insurance, which protects cash deposits at member banks up to $250,000, and offers an…

Cash Management Account (Fidelity-UMB Relationship)

Here’s a summary of the main problem and any discussed solutions: Main Problem: The user is seeking clarification on the relationship between Fidelity and UMB regarding Cash Management Accounts (CMA), specifically whether a CMA is an account at Fidelity or at UMB that Fidelity brokers. Solutions Discussed: No specific solutions were mentioned in the post;…

Can I Deposit Cash into My Fidelity Cash Management Account?

Summary of the user’s issue and solutions discussed: Main Problem: The user is unable to deposit cash into their cash management account via ATM, as attempts at PNC bank were unsuccessful. Solution Provided: Fidelity currently does not accept cash deposits into accounts through ATMs. Additional Suggestion: Fidelity has offered to pass the user’s feedback to…

Fidelity Delaying My EFT Transaction Process

Summary of User Report: The main problem reported by the user is that a recent EFT transaction is only showing as processing in their transaction history and is not listed under upcoming activity. Fidelity’s representative explained that certain transactions may not appear under “Upcoming Activity” on the Cash Management page. To assist further, the representative…

IRA Fund Transfers and Investment Options

Here’s a summary of the main problem and the solutions discussed in the conversation: Main Problem: The user, Viviani, is confused about the process and implications of transferring funds from an IRA to a personal account and whether they can invest in stocks with those funds. Solution: Fidelity representatives clarified that moving cash from an…