Hi ma and welcome to the forum
Yes, I would suggest mutual and interlocking IVAs for each of you, which are often referred to as "joint".
You can only keep your bank account if it is in credit and is not with a bank to whom you owe any other money.
You will not need to go to Court or pay any solicitors costs. I suggest you contact an insolvency practitioner who can give your more definitive advice about your current situation. Is there any equity in your property?
Regards, Melanie Giles, Insolvency Practitioner for over 20 years.
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http://www.melaniegiles.com and view my IVA blog at:
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