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12 August 2010 ~ 0 Comments

IVA more flexible than bankruptcy?

So why is an IVA more flexible than bankruptcy? Well I guess it all depends on your individual circumstances, the amount of money owed, your income and your lifestyle. There are many positives to both an IVA and bankruptcy of course dependant on what suits your individual needs. The flexibility with an IVA is that [...]

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25 May 2010 ~ 0 Comments

Alternatives to Bankruptcy

Alternatives to Bankruptcy

Debt Counselling – If you want a sensible alternative to bankruptcy but are unsure where to turn, you may be an excellent candidate for credit counselling. As rates of consumer debt have grown over the past decade, debt counselling services have grown along with it. The best debt relief services can help consumers to dig [...]

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15 May 2010 ~ 0 Comments

Is IVA less daunting than bankruptcy?

IVAs can be a more flexible solution to money problems, and can be a lot less daunting than bankruptcy. Bankrupt people still face the stigma of going through courts; they have their names in the paper and will forever be excluded from certain types of work. But with an IVA, although not a light choice [...]

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28 April 2010 ~ 0 Comments

Bankruptcy is an Extreme Last Resort

Bankruptcy should always be viewed as an extreme last resort, yes all your debts will be cleared but all of your assets; your house, your car, anything of value which you own can be sold off to your creditors. As well as this you will be declared bankrupt in the newspaper and this can affect [...]

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30 March 2010 ~ 0 Comments

Bankruptcy And The Alternatives

If you are deeply in debt then it may be that bankruptcy appears to be the only option. There are others and below I briefly mention 3 of them. If you are thinking of bankruptcy then your local Citizens Advice Bureau can advice you of your options and who to speak to next. IVA An [...]

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26 February 2010 ~ 0 Comments

Don’t Go Bankrupt Before Reading This!

Instead of declaring bankruptcy, how about trying these commonly used debt solutions…. 1. An IVA. These were introduced by the Government as a way of debt management without resorting to the complex legal process of Bankruptcy. You negotiate a percentage with creditors of how much you can pay back, and if they agree you may [...]

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12 December 2009 ~ 0 Comments

Three Steps Away from Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy should only ever be seen as a last resort. The consequences are serious, affecting the person’s ability to retain their home or earn a living through their own business, for up to 15 years. The increased pressure from being in such a dire long-term situation puts pressure on the person emotionally, effecting personal well-being [...]

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27 October 2009 ~ 0 Comments

Pros and cons of IVA

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At MoneyStand, we frequently talk about debt solutions to offer some advice to anyone landing on the blog looking for some support and advice. Judging by UK debt news,  theres been some increases in the amount of people getting IVAs, so this week I’m going to talk about Individual Voluntary Arrangements.  An Individual Voluntary Arrangement, [...]

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30 September 2009 ~ 2 Comments

IVA v bankruptcy – the big fight!

What is an IVA? An IVA is an Individual Voluntary Arrangement which gives you the facility to set up a formal agreed payment plan with your creditors. In order to be eligible you must have debts of over £15000 that you cannot afford the repayments on. What is Bankruptcy? Bankruptcy is an order from a [...]

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01 September 2009 ~ 0 Comments

Three alternatives to Bankruptcy you should think about FIRST

Bankruptcy is a very difficult decision, but there are a few alternatives to the procedure. Firstly, an IVA (Individual Voluntary Arrangement) is an option. This is where you arrange an agreement with your creditor in which they decide to pay all or part of your owings. This is flexible according to the individuals own circumstances. [...]

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