Why Don't Banks Keep A Copy Of Your Old Addresses Where Statements Have Been Sent To In The Past?

Question

I am looking into getting my credit checked however I need to provide all the addresses I have lived at within the last 6 years. Not keeping a copy myself I contacted the bank assuming they would have this type of detail on the system but they told me they didn't. Is this true or just particular banks?

Answer 1

They bank will have this information but you just have to talk to the proper person to get statements from that far back.  It will probab;y cost you some money too.  You shouldnt need this information anyway to check your credit.  Just provide what you know and you should be fine.

Answer 2

Why would they keep outdated information?  Can you check your tax returns for the past 6 years for the addresses?  

Answer 3

As a bank they keep records for no longer than 7 years. Depending on the bank they should keep your previous address' as they will need this for their credit search details. The bank i work for keep your address' for the last 7 years and can tell you what date you changed your address. if you need more info contact me [e-mail]

good luck.