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

Acorn Claim Assist

Anyone had dealings with these people Acorn Claim Assist (http://www.acornppiclaims.com/home). They charge 12.5% (inclusive) which seems very reasonable.

I know I can claim PPI myself for free but I just don't need the extra hassle at the moment - a lot of personal problems at the moment.

Comments

  • dunstonh
    dunstonh Posts: 121,292 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker
    They charge 12.5% (inclusive) which seems very reasonable.

    That is not reasonable. 12.5% plus VAT. So, on a £3000 redress, they get £450 just for sticking a stamp on the envelope to the address to use the free of charge complaints process.
    I know I can claim PPI myself for free but I just don't need the extra hassle at the moment - a lot of personal problems at the moment.

    What makes you think that using a claims company will be less hassle?
    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.
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 26,612 Forumite
    Eighth Anniversary 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Photogenic
    Bazza66 wrote: »
    I know I can claim PPI myself for free but I just don't need the extra hassle at the moment - a lot of personal problems at the moment.
    You'll still have to provide all the information and fill in the complaint forms yourself. It's just as much "hassle" whatever you do!

    In addition, any reason why you have included a link to the company's website?
  • -taff
    -taff Posts: 15,585 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Photogenic
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
  • 354.4K Banking & Borrowing
  • 254.4K Reduce Debt & Boost Income
  • 455.4K Spending & Discounts
  • 247.3K Work, Benefits & Business
  • 604K Mortgages, Homes & Bills
  • 178.4K Life & Family
  • 261.5K 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.