CreditHow To Get Help With Debt Problems
IVA
One of the options open to you includes taking out an IVA. IVA is an acronym for Individual Voluntary Agreement. It is a very good option for individuals who do not wish to tow the path of bankruptcy. To secure an IVA, you need to the services of an expert called an Insolvency Practitioner. The duty of an Insolvency practitioner is putting forward a proposal of manageable payments to your creditors. Once the proposal is accepted through a 70% majority vote, the agreement comes into effect.
Bankruptcy Debt Management Plan
If you are unable to secure an IVA either because of your current financial circumstances or because your proposal was not accepted, then bankruptcy is an inevitable option. But, before you throw up your hands in despair, there is a good side! Taking the initiative of declaring bankruptcy means your status is classified as Voluntary Bankruptcy. This saves you the embarrassment of your creditors initiating bankruptcy procedures against you. That would unfortunately, be classified as Involuntary bankruptcy.
Debt Relief Order (DRO)
Because declaring bankruptcy is a very stressful event for anyone, the UK has tried to cushion the hardship. The Debt Relief Order tries to do this for the most vulnerable debtors whose financial situation is unlikely to improve in the foreseeable future. If you live in England and Wales, you may qualify for a DRO. To qualify, your total monthly disposable income must not be in excess of £50. Also, your total unsecured assets must not be in excess of £15,000. You pay a cheaper fee and may not need to go to court.
This is definitely a viable, inexpensive option for those who meet all the qualifying criteria.
If you need help with debt problems and meet the criteria, you may want to explore this option. Remember you need to talk to an Insolvency Practitioner to see if you qualify.