We’d like to remind Forumites to please avoid political debate on the Forum.

This is to keep it a safe and useful space for MoneySaving discussions. Threads that are – or become – political in nature may be removed in line with the Forum’s rules. Thank you for your understanding.

📨 Have you signed up to the Forum's new Email Digest yet? Get a selection of trending threads sent straight to your inbox daily, weekly or monthly!
The Forum now has a brand new text editor, adding a bunch of handy features to use when creating posts. Read more in our how-to guide

Evans/mastercard credit card =(

hi guys.

I have been a shameless credit tart until now, and I'm ready to repent.

I decided to face the music today and I started by looking at the interest I have been paying on my Evans card. I was truly shocked. I have been paying the minimum payments £30 a month , whilst they have been charging me over £10 interest and £10 account cover a month.

How on earth will I ever get this payment down? My full balance is around the £800 mark.

I am on benefits at the moment and with my credit history, I just know I won't be eligable for a 0% credit card to swap my balance to.

Does anyone have any ideas. I'm scared. lol
£193/£11,000

Comments

  • cifpower
    cifpower Posts: 6,502 Forumite
    I would stop the account cover for a start
  • can I do that? i just assumed that because I ticked yes on the form I wouldn't be able to. OK, I'll get on to that one right away. thanks =).

    Any more idea's?
    £193/£11,000
  • doelani
    doelani Posts: 2,576 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Combo Breaker
    yes you can stop it , I did . Just ring them and at least it is a start towards getting your debt down.
    TOTAL 44 weeks lose. 6st 9.5lb :T
  • yay!!, I just did it. Well that was quick and painless, got through very fast, and it's sunday too.
    I can't believe how much money I've wasted over the last year. Best not think about me thinks.
    £193/£11,000
  • GOOD_BOY_3
    GOOD_BOY_3 Posts: 226 Forumite
    i know what you mean they tried that one on me and i didnt realise untill i had the card 6months but they refunded me the payments!
    im on benfits too and i have a lot of money on this card but i need it to keep a float!
    i pay £20+ interest a month and i have double your debt!
    i havent tried switching my card to a no interest one as i dont think any one else will take me!
    oh well you only live once and this helps me have a nice life!
    Thanks every1 for making this website what it is, its helped me alot in the past!
This discussion has been closed.
Meet your Ambassadors

🚀 Getting Started

Hi new member!

Our Getting Started Guide will help you get the most out of the Forum

Categories

  • All Categories
  • 353.6K Banking & Borrowing
  • 254.2K Reduce Debt & Boost Income
  • 455.1K Spending & Discounts
  • 246.7K Work, Benefits & Business
  • 603K Mortgages, Homes & Bills
  • 178.1K Life & Family
  • 260.7K Travel & Transport
  • 1.5M Hobbies & Leisure
  • 16K Discuss & Feedback
  • 37.7K Read-Only Boards

Is this how you want to be seen?

We see you are using a default avatar. It takes only a few seconds to pick a picture.