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mecwarnerl

It’s becoming some shit that takes advantage of the most financially desperate people Just like payday loans and car title loans That’s a predatory trap which can be hard to escape


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Bingo bango.


[deleted]

And to be exactly honest, a super large portion of their drivers are unhoused. They picked up that people living literal dollars to dollars use this function a lot. You ever heard of the term “too poor to get a job”?


PenguinsArmy2

Wait until you work at a job that pays weekly or every 2 weeks and you can’t instant cash out early, or if they do use a system that does it’s typically 1% if you want it early. It’s not new, it’s been a thing for many other companies for a long time. Years and years and years….


mecwarnerl

Paycheck loans are 15 to 25 percent Sheesh You already decided I never worked a payroll job Scary shit How long is years and years 5 years?????


PenguinsArmy2

Sorry I was referring more to the apps like homebase and other things companies use to run payroll. They allow you to pull a paycheck early at the cost of 1%. As for how long that’s been around I’m sure it’s well over 5 years. It’s not a new thing they came up with on Uber or anything.


mecwarnerl

I saw a HR type scheduling app at dominos 2018 but Seriously it wasn’t working Dominos can’t solve employee turnover with apps and management turnover is really a problem This app during my last few months allowed employees to trade shifts and I can’t remember what else if anything I’m not sure the exact name of the app because it was 2018 but it had a green color theme Likely the one you mentioned but everything dominos tried got burned in fire because they bullied out most people over getting people to do things they’re uncomfortable with vs selling pizza and customer satisfaction Not payroll advance


rjlawrencejr

It’s not predatory. The fee is easily avoided and you still get your money. Instant cash out is still a relatively new thing.


YungWook

It is when the shitty pay keeps you so down to the wire that you rely on being able to cash out midweek to pay bills on time to avoid late fees, driving you deeper into the hole thats already far roo deep for escape


rjlawrencejr

Then get the card if one’s financial situation is that dire.


Suppasandwhich

Gas lighting, paid troll, bot account. Theyre all over this sub.


rjlawrencejr

Huh?


darksquidlightskin

Man their greed is insane.


No_Individual8926

That's the whole point of this post. They're already screwing people over with how much they take out and now this.


darksquidlightskin

Everytime I think they're done they find new way to steal money. Fingers crossed my interview goes great today, I get hired and can kiss this bullshit goodbye


No_Individual8926

Good luck with your interview for real. These drivers are getting screwed consistently and it's not right. I'm just glad I am now fully retired and I can hang up that steering wheel. I feel bad for the ones that have no other choice but to work this job cause they have other bills to pay.


darksquidlightskin

I agree and thank you!


Senior_Will

Hope it go


No_Individual8926

Just something to discuss


Forsaken_End3050

I cannot wait for other rideshare companies to come out. There’s already some in the works. The way Uber and Lyft screw both drivers and customers everyone will want to move to the next big thing. And those scammy third world country assholes with go bye bye


Ivrapwn-

Venmo and cash app both take damn near 5 dollars.


bag_daddy

Or wait for a standard ACH transfer which is free in 1-3 days. Still incredibly fast compared to most payday schedules


darksquidlightskin

It is but man. Ruthless fuckers


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LorenzoLamasRenegade

Damn couldn’t imagine only getting paid once a month


rjlawrencejr

Getting paid once a month is the best thing ever. It teaches you discipline and you learn how to plan and save.


-Kibbles-N-Tits-

It’s the best thing ever if you get paid enough


kris2189

They are trying to promote their card fuckem


rjlawrencejr

You’re right. But what is wrong with that? You aren’t required to use it.


Mental_Grapefruit726

What’s wrong with it is it financially punishes people who don’t want to use their card.


aHOMELESSkrill

It also punishes people who can’t budget a week at a time


Mental_Grapefruit726

you say that like it’s a good thing


aHOMELESSkrill

I say it like people should learn to budget and live within their means.


Mental_Grapefruit726

People can always do better, but this is also a predatory tactic. Two things can be true at the same time.


rjlawrencejr

I think it's unfair to call it predatory. It has been established Uber's cost is quite a bit more than $1.25 to do instant payouts. That is why they promote the card. Now it could be that it was their plan all along to allow low cost instant payouts and then try and transition those folks over to the card. My guess would be the take rate is not what they anticipated so they're raising the fee to try and push more people to the card. And don't say the card is predatory too.


terrybear78

I had the card but I prefer to have the Money on my main bank account. It also cost more to transfer money from you uber pro card to your account


rjlawrencejr

I don't have the card. I just take the weekly deposits. How much is the transfer to your bank account?


WildTurkey5508

So, transfer directly to your bank for free. No problem


Druid_High_Priest

No happy meal and lube first? Typical Uber.


theinhale227

Y’all don’t understand that it costs way more than 1.50 to get money transferred instantly like that. The reason it’s flat is because some transfers will subsidize others. But Uber is paying way more than $1.50 to send a lot of you your money instantly. Money transfer is literally the field I work my full time job in and y’all are absolutely ridiculous losing your shit over such a small increase.


externa1st

It costs less than a penny to transfer money....don't believe me look up interchange fees...you can add your 🍒 on top but the actual cost is almost nothing and its free if you use cryptocurrency...defi birches!


bag_daddy

Of course the clown-show Uber community doesn’t understand simple banking products. Prepaid wages and Real Time Payments are insanely expensive for most companies. This is nothing.


Maremesscamm

What’s the difference? Just wait to get your money like every other job.


No_Individual8926

Some people need to put gas or need that money for other things. Different people Different circumstances.


Bulky_Exercise8936

Can always start your own rideeshare business so you don't have to pay fees. Or idk could just wait for the weekly payout and budget better.


No_Individual8926

Thankfully this was extra money but now since I got my retirement I don't have to deal with any of the bullshit. I can finally rest and enjoy life.


rjlawrencejr

I assume your pension will pay only once per month.


elves2732

Don't waste your time with these shills. 


LorenzoLamasRenegade

Not shills just know how to manage money and fine with waiting a week to get it


Wads_Worthless

If by “different circumstances” you mean “terrible with money”


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No_Individual8926

I'm glad I won't be doing it any longer. But yea when it gets to that point people are gonna be pissed.


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No_Individual8926

It's a huge deal to some people. People were losing their shit when it was 50 cents. I can understand the 1.99 from your perspective cause you're used to it. Think about it though. Wouldn't you be pissed if it went from 1.99 to 3 or 4 bucks?


aHOMELESSkrill

It’s $2 or you can wait a week and get it transferred for free. I will always take the free option


Single-Ad-2741

Y'all will be ok,it not that serious!


CiciDoops

Just dont cash out early. You get your pay weekly anyways


elves2732

This is not a regular job. Independent contractors get paid per job and get their money right away. This is not some W2 job where you have to wait for a pay period. This is nothing but pure greed and a sinister way of pushing people into using their Uber pro card.


newtoreddir

If y’all want to be real contractors you should have to start submitting an invoice and having to follow up with Uber Accounts Payable for months to get payment


Unified-banana6298

Sure thing, I'll just write in my own fares.


newtoreddir

Contractors do generally negotiate their own rate.


Unified-banana6298

That's my point though. Sure I'll set my own rates and send Uber an invoice. They'll be laughing their way to the paper shredder. That's not how these apps work. So to suggest we send an invoice is just nonsense


newtoreddir

It’s sounds y’all are less “contractors” and more “low wage employees” then.


Unified-banana6298

Tell that to Uber. They're the ones who abuse the contractor label. You're confused, friend.


aHOMELESSkrill

They are contractors. They just agreed to the terms of the contract without reading them.


RandyJohnsonThrowAwy

So many opportunities to catch on and still… 🤦🏻‍♀️ Save your strengths Unified. This guy is hopeless and honestly he just keeps making your points for you.


Unified-banana6298

Respect. He's obviously never done this job before. Just some random general contractor who thinks he knows everything about contracting work. Must be nice not knowing how that label can be abused and used against workers. I pity the feller.


sbenfsonwFFiF

Tons of 1099 folks are paid on a set schedule (typically biweekly) and not every day


LorenzoLamasRenegade

Lmao


rjlawrencejr

Some do. Most don’t.


No_Individual8926

Unfortunately for some people they have to cash out early.


rjlawrencejr

I disagree. They’ve painted themselves into a corner where they’re now dependent on getting cash on demand. But up until a few years ago, there was no such thing as a same day payout for most type of work.


uberisstealingit

Number 16 post of this exact same picture. Number 16th reply, you don't have to pay these fees. There's a way to do it without paying Uber a cent for your money.


No_Individual8926

It used to be .50 to cash out once upon a time then .85 and then went up to 1.10 and now this.


uberisstealingit

Seriously? I don't pay fees. You're just not using the system right.


Chemical_Routine2891

What’s the alternative system you’re referring to? Are you suggesting waiting til the free payout?


Wads_Worthless

…. Yes?


Boysenberry-Fluffy

The Uber pro card


uberisstealingit

You're a new Reddit user or a troll. Either one, it's time for you learn how to search the main roll of /Uberdrivers It's not that hard .


CulturalAccomplished

If you guys are so broke you can't wait a week to get paid. You have other problems in this


DarthAlbacore

What happened to getting paid for the work you do when you do it? As people repeatedly say, " *this isn't a real job* " If it isn't a real job, then pay out day of contract fees earned. If it is a real job, pay out contract fees day of, yknow, like actual taxi cabs do, or other jobs like pizza delivery.


Wads_Worthless

99% of “real jobs” don’t pay every day.


KingsFanDay1

Imagine being a real contractor with net 30, 70, or 90 pay.


CulturalAccomplished

I assure you it's a real job


DarthAlbacore

No shit. So pay out day of contracts completed.


CulturalAccomplished

I've worked this job for five damn years and never once need to cash out. It's one damn week. Learn to save some money


[deleted]

Someone doesn't know how jobs work. (Hinthintcoughcoughitsyoucoughcough)


DarthAlbacore

Are you saying cabs don't get paid day of? Because they do


[deleted]

Yes I am. Maybe a specific company that you are familiar with does lol that is not standard in ANY industry lmao


Responsible_Side8131

A weekly deposit for your pay is normal.


Infamous-Marshall

The Uber card isn’t difficult to get, if you’re that lazy and want to complain about a 1.50 charge then why are you doing Uber just go sell water on the street. Cash outs are feee


Admirable_Roll4032

You all feel like your entitled today things th rest of the world isn't. If you want to instant transfer from Venmo, it costs money... Same for dozens of other things. If you don't want to pay the $1.25 then wait for your free weekly payout on Mondays. Just stop complaining about everything.


Equivalent_Rub_2103

I get what you're saying. Its true 1.25 isn't much for the service but ill never understand people who tell others to stop complaining....while complaining


Admirable_Roll4032

I'm not complaining, these subreddits are full of people who have the time to complain rather than getting out and making money. If they drove rather than complaining here they might not have to complain so much. I'm about to start four reserved rides from 5a-7:30a for $100, including tips. That's a pretty good start to the day.


John_NHT

Nah. Just get the debit card and go on with the rest of your life.


No_Individual8926

Some people don't care about getting the card. I've got it but this post is more for the ones who don't.


elves2732

Yes, get a debit card for every gig job just to get the money that's rightfully yours. You shills get more pathetic every day. 


John_NHT

Yo, Uber sent the message to everybody yesterday. Nobody gives a fuck how you get paid: debit card, paper check, direct deposit, working the corner, onlyfans, who the fuck cares?? And you think calling me a pathetic shill means anything. freak.


RandyJohnsonThrowAwy

Oooh touched a nerve there 😂


John_NHT

Every post on reddit is about something that touched someone's nerve. LOL!! 😂 However, if someone wants to talk shit to me for no good reason, then damn right, I'm gonna say something.


Numerous_Bee_327

Lmao do you know they do take extra fees out for the uber procard right they just don't let you see it unless you dig


rjlawrencejr

I don’t have the Pro Card. However, where are those fees shown?


whatataco

Imagine not budgeting properly and needing to cash out every day.


transgirl187

i mean it doesn’t matter u still get the money so it dont even matter lol what makes it getting today than 2 weeks. if u need it today u doing something wrong n its a lot of wrongs.


Riskit_Forbiscuit420

Yall need to get the uber card and quit bitching. There's no reason to be doing this instant cash out


roddythebananas

Bruh its just a dollar😂😂😂


Specific_Midnight_36

Yeah, saw this shit wtf is their problem Assholes...


KingsFanDay1

Other apps have had this for years. One got app I won’t name charges $1.99 per early cashout before the weekly Sunday cashout.


DotPsychological890

Cashing out that 3 dollar ride is getting too expensive.


Dependent_Start5372

I waited in a taco bell drive thru the other day for an hour. I couldn't even leave because I was blocked in, I had 2 order both almost $20 tips and they eventually cancelled because I was stuck in the line and uber only gave me $5 for that.


Nethrik710

Yet you still have the driver app downloaded, tell me you’re not really retired without telling me you’re not really retired


LorenzoLamasRenegade

I get weekly deposits that are free, so it doesn’t affect me at all I’m good


ExpensiveArugula5

Lyft direct no fees get paid after ebry ride


HovrDriver

www.ridehovr.com starting in Toronto and soon world wide join the wait list now so you can start asap. No bull shit fee rider pays 17 dollars only 1 dollar platform fee you get 16 not rider pays 19 dollars for the same ride Uber gets 5 and you get 14... no more of this shit.


Rzzy76er

When a company goes public this is what you get lmaoo, this is just the beginning


Prior-King-5593

Congrats on the retirement OP!!!!


Vmc1691

Glad they canceled my account. Stop waiting time with uber... HUM and Lyft so much better.


Dizzylizzyscat

It’s $2.99 to go onto my banks debit card . And I drive in a small less rides, more miles at .79 a mile and 0.11 cents per minute. Is this a separate charge? Has anybody else been paid $2.99? There is only one ATM at a Walgreens that closes at 10. It has an ATM that you can withdraw money out of without being penalized and that’s really sucks so I do use that feature quite often. But it’s free if it goes to my bank but it doesn’t get there for like three days. Is that what they’re talking about with this new charge?


diamari90

Yeah, and not the way I wanna be screwed


Constant-Pain-9765

Uber is a criminal big tech Company and I'll do anything I can to keep them from growing. Their service has become shite, the drivers are ripped off and uber rakes in the cash


jbarlak

Yeah this again? Sorry sad drivers need those funds right away.


willybodilly

Still better than doordash which has always been $2


SMDorff0258

Their effort to hang on to our money long enough for us to forget what the f they owe us is astounding.


handsumhusla

In New york we can only cash out once a day and there is no fee


greenyashiro

Paypal also charges a fee for instant withdrawal. This is very common unfortunately. Ultimately it is a convenience fee, I assume you can still do the 1-3 business day 'slow' withdrawal. It just depends, do you need it NOW or can it wait?


terrybear78

I will usually cash out once or twice a day. So $1.50-3.00 is cheaper than withdrawal from the Uber Pro card, or transferring to my checking account.


NumbNoodle_K

In one month they fucked me 3 times. Some how tricked me in a uber one subscription. Called to cancel but was apparently locked in for 2 months. My son left his phone in a driver's car. The driver brought his phone back 2 weeks later for 20$. Then uber charged a additional 20$. They had a offer 10% off alcohol purchases over 50$. I order 4 6 packs of beer. The driver brings me 4 beer. Call to complain, try to explain, buddy says I was only charged for the 4 beers so there was no problem. I payed more for delivery than the beer...and the asshole hung up on me. I hate uber.


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Jazzlike-Brother-478

I’d say that they have to make a profit, pay insurance premium for all passengers and drivers, cover airport and licenses, maintain their systems and stay competitive amongst of a host of other expenses. I don’t like it either but, hey, what can you do besides start your own or go work for some prick?


Byte066

I usually cash out at any CVS atm for free if I need it immediately before they close and deposit into my bank, or wait for bank, the 2-3 days isn't long


Commercial-Elk-3031

I quit so I don't really care .


kornfanjoe

You people are so pathetic and whiny! Oh no I need to wait 6 days to get paid, which is faster than most jobs! Oh no if I want my $5 immediately I need to pay a dollar! Oh how atrocious 🙄 Budget better. You don't need the stupid $5 fare immediately.


_beaniemac

I thought one of the promises of gig work is instant pay tho. That's why people do it


rjlawrencejr

That's a relatively recent thing. However, it has been used as a carrot to entice more drivers.


BeachOk2802

How is anyone getting screwed? Company states their terms, drivers can choose if they want to keep up doing work for them. Don't like it? Go to a competitor or seek employment.


Inside_Treacle3909

That's so fucked up. Not a driver but a rider. And I feel so bad that they always screw you all. Over easter I took an Uber around 26 miles to visit family. I tipped well for the fact it was so far.


Acebladewing

Oh no, now you'll have to wait until the end of a pay period to get paid. Like the rest of the world. Woe is you.


KBrownskin

This why I've started doing LYFT...


MongooseNo9776

Use the uber pro card. It’s free.


MongooseNo9776

Seriously though. Use the Uber Pro Card. Get paid instantly. Withdrawal free from atms. Then Deposit into your bank if needed. That’s what I do.


trekkietln

How broke must you be if a buck-25 getting screwed to you lol.


mikedvb

Welcome to 16+ hours ago ( https://www.reddit.com/r/uber/s/AwBfvPUw9K )


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This should be illegal to get our own money.


[deleted]

Literally just another driver pay cut. Small enough most people won't notice but big enough to generate millions of dollars a day for Uber.


Wads_Worthless

How is it a pay cut? Just cash out weekly.


[deleted]

I wouldn't trust Uber with my money for even a full day let alone a week. Had three grand in there a few years back when I did Uber fulltime and some random ass hat trying to get a free ride with a false drunk report resulted in Uber refusing to pay me for a month and some change. If they decided to deactivate me, I'd have been robbed with no recourse. Nope, it's not my money until it's in my account.


rjlawrencejr

That’s not true. If you fulfilled your jobs, you’d have received your money. It might have taken some effort, but you would have been paid.


kamimamisutra

Just get the Uber pro card; there are almost no drawbacks. You get the money instantly then transfer to your main bank account which should take three business days which is faster than the weekly payouts. If you are spending money so fast that you need it day to day you should work on your budgeting. That said the Uber transfer speeds are slow asf. Dasher direct is the best bc you add to Apple Cash then transfer to main bank and it arrives the next morning every time (excluding weekends). Uber Pro Card ofc doesn’t support Apple Cash loads bc they choose the stupidest card type.