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Bankruptcy for us
Clouds88
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Hello,
So we have decided it’s probsbly best for me to go bankrupt. Do these outgoings sound ok for my expenditure? Just got to save for the fees then I’ll apply.
2 adults and 2 children:
Rent £652
Council tax £90
Energy £80
Water £55
Petrol £150
Car ins and tax £27
Professional membership and fees £30
Contents £10
Food/toiletries £500
Clothing £70
MOT £15
Dentist £10
Hair £10
Tv and broadband £45
Tv linecse £12
Mobile Phone £40
Kids out of school activity £40
Emergency £20
Presents £20
Thanks in advance
So we have decided it’s probsbly best for me to go bankrupt. Do these outgoings sound ok for my expenditure? Just got to save for the fees then I’ll apply.
2 adults and 2 children:
Rent £652
Council tax £90
Energy £80
Water £55
Petrol £150
Car ins and tax £27
Professional membership and fees £30
Contents £10
Food/toiletries £500
Clothing £70
MOT £15
Dentist £10
Hair £10
Tv and broadband £45
Tv linecse £12
Mobile Phone £40
Kids out of school activity £40
Emergency £20
Presents £20
Thanks in advance
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Hi Clouds88,
There doesn't appear to be any issues with the expenses listed, however, it would help if you did a full SOA (to make sure you don't miss any expenses) and post details of your income and the debts. There is a sticky in the DFW forum - http://www.stoozing.com/calculator/soa.php
Laura
@natdebtlineWe work as money advisers for National Debtline and have specific permission from MSE to post to try to help those in debt. Read more information on National Debtline in MSE's Debt Problems: What to do and where to get help guide. If you find you're struggling with debt and need further help try our online advice tool My Money Steps0
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