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Who to call for free debt help and advice

Hello.

I'm getting a few calls from companies re debts I didn't know I had etc, so who do I call for free, impartial advice to sort out these debts?

I see lots of adverts on the TV, but for some reason I don't trust them.

I have previously dealt with CAB but didn't find them very good.

Who else is reliable and can get things sorted?

Thanks

Comments

  • rog2
    rog2 Posts: 11,650 Forumite
    10,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    Do not go to any fee-charging agency for advice.
    Try CCCS, PAYPLAN or National DebtHelpline - there are links at the top of the page.
    You can also post your questions here.
    I am NOT, nor do I profess to be, a Qualified Debt Adviser. I have made MANY mistakes and have OFTEN been the unwitting victim of the the shamefull tactics of the Financial Industry.
    If any of my experiences, or the knowledge that I have gained from those experiences, can help anyone who finds themselves in similar circumstances, then my experiences have not been in vain.

    HMRC Bankruptcy Statistic - 26th October 2006 - 23rd April 2007 BCSC Member No. 7

    DFW Nerd # 166 PROUD TO BE DEALING WITH MY DEBTS
  • Iffy'swifey
    Iffy'swifey Posts: 92 Forumite
    Thanks a lot. I've called CCCS and I have a telephone appointment with them next Tuesday morning.
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