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Can I Claim Back Unsecured Loan

Hi I bought my house in 2006 for £178000 the mortgage was for £170000 and £8000 was a unsecured loan. I have heard a lot about people claiming ppi and if a loan was taken out at a certain date you could have it wiped off but I can be wrong so can someone please help me with this one. Thank you

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  • [Deleted User]
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    Why would you be able to "claim back" a loan? If you borrowed the money, you have to pay it back and it's only "wiped off" if you repay it (or go bankrupt).
    PPI complaints are irrelevant.
  • croyland87
    croyland87 Posts: 179 Forumite
    Why would you be able to "claim back" a loan? If you borrowed the money, you have to pay it back and it's only "wiped off" if you repay it (or go bankrupt).
    PPI complaints are irrelevant.

    I have paid back £2000 since the start of the mortgage.
  • dunstonh
    dunstonh Posts: 121,296 Forumite
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    I have heard a lot about people claiming ppi and if a loan was taken out at a certain date you could have it wiped off but I can be wrong

    Have you got a source as there isnt anything in the financial press on that and nothing on this site.
    I have paid back £2000 since the start of the mortgage.

    It is normal to repay money you borrow. It just tends to be slow to begin with on long term debts.
    I am an Independent Financial Adviser (IFA). The comments I make are just my opinion and are for discussion purposes only. They are not financial advice and you should not treat them as such. If you feel an area discussed may be relevant to you, then please seek advice from an Independent Financial Adviser local to you.
  • roonaldo
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    You have been informed incorrectly.
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