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Lender Failure - What Happens?

Hi all

I have an unsecured personal loan with a lender that I hear may be in difficulties. I don't know the exact amount owed but it's about 9k and I pay about £120 a month - I think there are 7 or so years to go!

What would happen if the lender "goes under"? I am fully prepared to pay off the remainder of the debt, but to have to stump it up in one go who be a little unpalettable!

Anybody here familiar with the form in these situations?

Thanks in advance

S

Comments

  • petermb_2
    petermb_2 Posts: 1,565 Forumite
    Another company would undoubtedly step in to take over the loan book. If a company were to fold the liquidaters would certainly find a buyer.
    You would then continue under the same terms and conditions.
    I am a former Broker, former IFA and former compliance officer, for my sins.

    However, I have since seen the light.
  • Excellent thankyou I thought as much.

    Thanks again

    Simon
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