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A reader asks ...

Readers have asked a huge variety of questions in the comments below Debt Camel articles or on Instagram. From credit ratings and mortgages to payday loan refunds and IVAs...

Some of them needed such long replies that I have turned them into the articles that are gathered here.

I want to sell my house to end my IVA

Should I sell my house to end my IVA?

A reader asked: We are desperate to end our IVA. So difficult. The IVA firm that seemed helpful at the start now after two years doesn't care about our extra costs. We have decided to sell and downsize. My wife is hoping for a discount but I said they were more likely to charge us more to get out early! We need as much equity as possible for the next house.  This is a tricky situation. There … [Read more...]

May 5, 2017 Author: Sara Williams Tagged With: A reader asks, IVA

Can I spend backdated benefits money before going bankrupt?

A reader asked: I’ve just received a backdated Severe Disability Premium (ESA top up as on PIP too) and I am aiming to go bankrupt in May or June. I’ve been advised by a money advisor to use this money for essentials as I have just been given permanent accommodation having been homeless. No furniture came with the flat. I’ve been paying £1 a month to my creditors since last year. Should I … [Read more...]

March 31, 2017 Author: Sara Williams Tagged With: A reader asks, Bankruptcy

What is the difference between “settled” and “satisfied” on a credit report?

A reader asked: My Credit Karma report shows some settled debts but one is shown as satisfied.  I am sure I paid them all off in full. Does it make a difference and should I ask for this to be changed?  … [Read more...]

December 8, 2016 Author: Sara Williams Tagged With: A reader asks, Credit ratings, Defaults

“Can I use the Right to Buy my council house when I have debts?”

A reader asked: I moved in with my parents into their council house several years ago and we are looking into the right to buy scheme. We received the paperwork and it stated that you are not entitled to the right to buy if you owe money to creditors. Five years ago I lost my job and had a relationship breakup and unfortunately got into debt. Two accounts were defaulted and I went into a payment … [Read more...]

April 27, 2016 Author: Sara Williams Tagged With: A reader asks, Mortgages

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