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What happens to my debts if I die?
Your debts don’t always die with you We recently came across this story from broadcaster Danny Baker, who was diagnosed with throat cancer a couple of years ago (he’s now fully recovered) but had no...
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9 debt myths busted
Be careful what you believe Earlier this year we started busting debt myths in a monster myth-busting blogpost. To help anyone on a debt management plan we’ve picked the nine most-repeated DMP-related...
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On a DMP? Avoid the temptation of an extra loan
Avoid the temptation of payday loans We all know how difficult it can be to manage a budget. Putting it together can be a struggle but making sure that you stick to it month after month is more of a...
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Full and final satisfaction – from StepChange Debt Charity
Full and finally We often get asked about how debts get settled early. This happens when some money suddenly becomes available to our clients. It usually comes from family members, unexpected...
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Facing up to my debts
It’s better to seek help sooner rather than later Cheryl is one of our clients that we helped through the forums on moneysavingexpert.com and Debt Remedy. She tells us her story of how she found...
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What does StepChange Debt Charity do?
We like to make people smile! Most people know that StepChange Debt Charity (formerly CCCS) gives great debt advice, but we provide a host of services that many people might not know about. One of the...
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Your DMP survival kit – 10 essential articles if you’re in debt management
10 essential articles if you’re on a DMP Welcome pop pickers! We’ve been sending the hugely successful MoneyAware email to debt management plan (DMP) clients for two years now – how time flies! We...
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The 7 main differences between DAS DPPs and DMPs
Courtesy of Wikicommons user Eyrian If you’re lucky enough to live in Scotland, there’s a host of different debt solutions available that aren’t in England and Wales. But with choice comes a lot of...
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5 dos and 5 don’ts for DMP success
Today we welcome Ellen from our DMP Aftercare team to MoneyAware. She’s worked for StepChange Debt Charity for many years and has the inside track on what our clients ask, and worry about, every day. 5...
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Help! My debt has been transferred!
What happens if my debt changes hands? Everything is going smoothly on your debt management plan (DMP). Then, out of the blue, you get a letter from a debt collection agency informing you that they’ve...
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Cheryl’s debt free story – a year on
Cheryl is one of our clients that we helped through the forums on moneysavingexpert.com and Debt Remedy. It’s been a year since she started her DMP with us. Let’s see how she’s getting on… What a...
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How to cope with unexpected costs on a DMP
Unexpected costs on a DMP If you’re on a debt management plan you’ll know that your budget doesn’t allow for a great deal for covering the unexpected. It’s impossible to budget for every eventuality...
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Should I be worried about my credit rating while on a DMP?
Well, should I? I’ve been giving debt advice for seven years and in that time I’ve talked with people from just about every walk of life who have fallen into difficulty with their finances. Over the...
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Debt Help and Advice Ltd ceases trading
A screenshot of the Debt Help and Advice ltd website on 21 May 2014 UPDATE 28 May 2014: Debt Help & Advice Ltd. have been placed into administration. Instructions on how to get in touch with the...
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My debt management company’s closed down – what can I do?
We can help you deal with your debts Recently Debt & Claims Ltd (also trading as Grassroots Financial or GRF) were ordered to cease trading by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). They were also...
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Debts Reduced Ltd has closed down – what can their clients do next?
Don’t despair! We’re here for you. It seems that the number of failing debt management companies isn’t slowing down anytime soon. We’ve now seen the demise of Swansea-based Debts Reduced Ltd. Following...
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Customers of these three debt management firms should call their creditors...
If your debt management firm’s closed down, we can help Yesterday morning, The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) warned the customers of three debt management firms to contact their creditors and find...
View ArticleHow will upcoming benefits changes affect my DMP?
The July Budget revealed plans to reduce welfare benefits by £12bn. There are two questions that are likely to be on your mind if you’re on a debt management plan (DMP). Firstly: what benefits are...
View ArticleI’m on a DMP and work for StepChange Debt Charity
Jonathon works in our Helpline but before he became an advisor he was on the other end of the phone. He’s currently on a debt management plan (DMP) with StepChange Debt Charity, and wanted to share his...
View Article3 essential tips to stay positive with your DMP in January
There’s a reason they say January feels like the longest month of the year. Not only is it cold and dark, but we’re left with the financial (and very often literal!) hangover from our Christmas and New...
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