News and tips on tackling debt, living on a debt plan and other debt matters
How will starting a debt solution impact your credit score?
Posted 05 March 2018 by Christine Walsh
Starting a debt solution might be the right way for you to take control of your debts, but the knock-on effect could be a badly damaged credit score, right? Come to think of it, if you go on a debt solution, could it stop you from ever borrowing again?
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Could a DMP be the right debt solution for you?
Posted 05 March 2018 by Christine Walsh
If you’ve been researching ways to deal with problem debt, you’ll no doubt have come across a solution called a Debt Management Plan (DMP). But is it right for you?
Interest rates look set to rise this year, so how can you protect yourself?
Posted 05 March 2018 by Christine Walsh
With interest rates rising for the first time in over 10 years last November, and experts predicting there could be two more increases this year, will you be able to cope?
Make 2018 the year you take control of your debt
Posted 29 January 2018 by Christine Walsh
It’s a New Year and a traditional time to make a fresh start. If you’re struggling with repaying what you owe, then why not aim to make 2018 the year you tackle your debt problem?
Could an IVA help write off your debts?
Posted 29 January 2018 by Christine Walsh
An Individual Voluntary Arrangement (IVA) could help to write off most of your debts over a fixed term of, usually, five years.
Boost your monthly income with a free benefits check
Posted 29 January 2018 by Christine Walsh
By performing a quick online benefits check, you could add a welcome boost to your monthly income.
The truth about bankruptcy
Posted 10 November 2017 by Christine Walsh
Why is bankruptcy such a scary word?
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