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Post by trog » Mon Nov 19, 2007 1:20 pm
Am i right in thinking only certain companies handle ivas for the self employed.

Next question would it be a problem if hes been self employed for a short period of time.

Presume its easier to sort out a IVa if in employment, rather than self employed.

My concern is that he has a injury and while hes able to work at present i reckon 4 years down line might not be able to work, due to doctors diagnosis, plus hes also a proud person. If then he failed in iva for being on sick, would he then have to go to automatic bankruptcy.
 
 

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Post by iva experts » Mon Nov 19, 2007 1:45 pm
If you have only been self-employed for a short period of time, this does not mean that you cannot apply for an IVA but it will be more difficult as your income figure will not be as stable.

Have you considered bankruptcy? This may be an option, especially if you don't think you will be working in 3-4 years time.

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Post by trog » Mon Nov 19, 2007 1:58 pm
Thanks

Problem is he signed his half of the house over to me a little while back, didnt realsie he had loans.

As he moved away from home, then got debt

Since getting back with him, i have found out about debt.

If he goes bankrupt believe they can ask for equity in house. he has only contributed to 4 years in total out of possble 12, as we split up for a long period over 7 years.

My concern is that he has to face up to what he has done, but i dont want to be penalised for what he has done want the best possible outcome.

He since lost his job and has gone self employed but doctor states his condition will worsen, it maybe he could be ok in 5 years who knows, nothing is safe these days,

So fear bankruptcy will affect us all,not only has he got into serious debt, but family home could be at stake.

With an iva would they only ask for realase of equity on the basis of how many years he has actually contributed to the mortgage.

This is so hard to comprehend, in hindsight i should off taken him off mortage when he initially left 10 years ago, but wanted to keep things amicable.
 
 

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Post by MelanieGiles » Mon Nov 19, 2007 10:56 pm
He really does need to take specialist advice as to the options available to him. This site is excellent for quick comment and idea sharing, but nothing can beat specific and tailored advice relating to his own circumstances.

In an IVA he can put forward his argument to only have a share of the equity, and creditors can determine the credibiity of this at the creditors meeting.

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