Entering the last month

17 posts Page 1 of 2
 
 

zaza78

User avatar
Posts: 36
Joined: Thu Feb 21, 2008 10:27 pm
Location:

Post by zaza78 » Mon Oct 07, 2013 11:31 pm
hi all,

I haven't posted for a very long time but this time next month it should be my final payment in what has been a very long 6 years in the IVA.

There have been many many negatives that I have faced during that time period and for several years before that when where I got myself into horrendous levels of debt.

But during the last 6 years I have seen a complete transformation within myself as to how I view money, credit, family life, career wise and when you strip things back what is truly important.

It's so true what people say that when you face a difficult and in this case life changing situation head-on you will learn so much about yourself that you didn't know and often find new levels deep inside yourself things you never thought you could do and in my case find a determination to never give up.

Although I have a PPI investigation going on at the moment and the IVA won't officially end until this has completed (received replies from all stakeholders) I am looking forward to the official time frame of payments coming to an end early next month (My plan was extended by 12 months due to lack of Equity in house).

This of course sounds very cliche and maybe to some like I am boasting but I truly just wanted to convey to anyone who is going through tough times that there is a light at the end of the tunnel but the only thing is when you come out the other side you will most likely be never the same of course this will be for the better :)
Last edited by zaza78 on Tue Oct 08, 2013 11:55 am, edited 1 time in total.
 
 

Struzzo39

User avatar
Posts: 1820
Joined: Sun Jan 24, 2010 5:56 pm
Location: United Kingdom

Post by Struzzo39 » Tue Oct 08, 2013 7:04 am
Well done :) Enjoy being debt free
Steven & Debbie
 
 

Pandy

User avatar
Posts: 1987
Joined: Tue Jun 08, 2010 5:49 pm
Location: United Kingdom

Post by Pandy » Tue Oct 08, 2013 7:35 am
I love reading of people finishing at it shows me the end does come eventually. Still another 18 months for me.
Enjoy your new debt free life.
If life is what you make it, I must have been in a strange mood when I made mine
 
 

Foggy

User avatar
Posts: 33396
Joined: Fri Dec 17, 2010 11:14 am
Location: United Kingdom

Post by Foggy » Tue Oct 08, 2013 7:43 am
Well done zaza --- here's to your "new" life (debt free) :-)
My opinions are merely that .. opinions based on experience. Always seek professional advice.
IVA Completed 23rd July 2013 .... C.C. 10th January 2014
 
 

Shining

User avatar
Posts: 27019
Joined: Thu Sep 20, 2007 8:57 am
Location:

Post by Shining » Tue Oct 08, 2013 9:43 am
you've come a long way and what a great post Well done from me too and enjoy your debt free future. x
IVA final payment left the bank on the 26th January 2013...looking forward to a debt free future.
 
 

kazzafunk

User avatar
Posts: 4749
Joined: Sat Mar 19, 2011 6:47 pm
Location: United Kingdom

Post by kazzafunk » Tue Oct 08, 2013 8:52 pm
Well done hun. It's always good to see people come out the other end! Here's to debt free life.
Kazza

Please visit my blog:
http://kazzafunk.blogs.iva.co.uk/

IVA completed 21/03/2012
 
 

zaza78

User avatar
Posts: 36
Joined: Thu Feb 21, 2008 10:27 pm
Location:

Post by zaza78 » Thu Oct 10, 2013 12:29 pm
thanks guys.

I am blown away with the response to this to be honest. I think the penny won't truly drop until I have that certificate in my hand.

When that happens I will have a little celebration for one :) Only my wife is aware of the road we have travelled.
 
 

luluj

User avatar
Forum Expert
Posts: 11333
Joined: Sun Dec 09, 2007 6:54 am
Location: United Kingdom

Post by luluj » Sat Oct 12, 2013 5:31 am
Not long to go now ..be very proud of what you have achieved ...well done x
Sharing from experiences of dealing with debt

There is a solution for everyone .... Just need to stay positive !

Look at my blog "All I wanted was a baby"
 
 

zaza78

User avatar
Posts: 36
Joined: Thu Feb 21, 2008 10:27 pm
Location:

Post by zaza78 » Fri Nov 01, 2013 4:34 pm
Just a quick update on where things stand.

I made the final monthly payment I believe is within the IVA agreement. I noticed however that although I was in agreement to make 72 (5 years plus the extended 12 months) I have actually made 74 since October 1st 2007.

I have sent an email to my IP to see what is happening as we are still awaiting status on where our PPI claims are.

I find this a bit strange that I have made more payments than what was agreed in my IVA. Hopefully get correspondence soon and it will be a case of me badgering every other day now.
 
 

luluj

User avatar
Forum Expert
Posts: 11333
Joined: Sun Dec 09, 2007 6:54 am
Location: United Kingdom

Post by luluj » Fri Nov 01, 2013 8:45 pm
Well done .... Do query if you believe you have overpaid ...you might get a refund !
Sharing from experiences of dealing with debt

There is a solution for everyone .... Just need to stay positive !

Look at my blog "All I wanted was a baby"
 
 

zaza78

User avatar
Posts: 36
Joined: Thu Feb 21, 2008 10:27 pm
Location:

Post by zaza78 » Tue Nov 05, 2013 12:07 pm
Woo hoo it looks like I am receiving a refund on the over payments to the tune of 800 pounds or so. Looks like i will receive this in a few days and have been told to cancel my standing order.

Completion Certificate is also looking to be issued soon separately to the PPI claim.

Feeling like I have reached the summit of the mountain and can now see the view and it's sure is beautiful.
 
 

zaza78

User avatar
Posts: 36
Joined: Thu Feb 21, 2008 10:27 pm
Location:

Post by zaza78 » Fri Nov 22, 2013 1:23 pm
Woo hoo. Completion certificate received today and 800 pound overpayment refund cheque cleared as well. First PPI offer received as well which will go back to creditors but it's still Happy Days.
 
 

Helpless121

User avatar
Posts: 122
Joined: Tue Nov 05, 2013 10:10 am
Location:

Post by Helpless121 » Fri Nov 22, 2013 1:30 pm
Great news and well done. I'm one payment away and can't wait. Its been a long and hard road and I I feel the same as you do. Congrats again :)
IVA completed!!! Looking forward to getting my life back! Stay positive and you'll get there in the end.
 
 

back on track

User avatar
Posts: 1085
Joined: Mon Mar 16, 2009 5:05 pm
Location: United Kingdom

Post by back on track » Fri Nov 22, 2013 1:48 pm
well done zaza78 you made it sane.
that's a pretty fast completion new record me thinks.
and a cashback payment too boot.
who you with out of intrest as that's a couple off pretty fast cc's done lately.
have a good weekend.
cc received 6th January 2014 now upwards and onwards
 
 

luluj

User avatar
Forum Expert
Posts: 11333
Joined: Sun Dec 09, 2007 6:54 am
Location: United Kingdom

Post by luluj » Sat Nov 23, 2013 3:50 am
Great news ... Enjoy x
Sharing from experiences of dealing with debt

There is a solution for everyone .... Just need to stay positive !

Look at my blog "All I wanted was a baby"
17 posts Page 1 of 2
Return to “a success story”