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80% written off

Just wondering if anyone has has dealt with these debt advisor companies that say they can pay off at least 80% of your debt to help you get back on your feet. Seams too good too be true and there has too be a catch. Answers anyone ? Cheers

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  • Karonher
    Karonher Posts: 965 Forumite
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    You would be better getting in touch with Stepchange or a similar free company. Why would these companies just pay your debt?
    Aiming to make £7,500 online in 2022
  • Penguin_
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    lawmyster said:
    Just wondering if anyone has has dealt with these debt advisor companies that say they can pay off at least 80% of your debt to help you get back on your feet. Seams too good too be true and there has too be a catch. Answers anyone ? Cheers
    You're answered your own question there.

    As above speak to Stepchange & never pay any fees for a debt management programme.
  • lawmyster said:
    Just wondering if anyone has has dealt with these debt advisor companies that say they can pay off at least 80% of your debt to help you get back on your feet. Seams too good too be true and there has too be a catch. Answers anyone ? Cheers
    These companies are trying to sell you an IVA.
     As the others have said don't touch them with a barge pole contact Stepchange if you have debt problems.
    If you go down to the woods today you better not go alone.
  • sourcrates
    sourcrates Posts: 32,953 Ambassador
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    IVA lead chaser, give them a wide berth.

    Don`t swallow the hype, how much debt do you have ?

    IVA`s are typically for homeowners who can`t go bankrupt, and who have massive debts circa £30.000 upwards.
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