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Iechyd da

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Post by Iechyd da » Mon Jul 14, 2014 10:39 pm
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Nearly 4 months in and still think IVA was best route!!
But finding it hard as always have minimal money come the last week!!!!
It's only me and two dogs so I can cope, but could only imagine what it would be like with a family!
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Post by MelanieGiles » Mon Jul 14, 2014 10:40 pm
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The budget would have been adjusted if you had more mouths to feed, but payments should always be affordable - so if you are struggling no harm in asking your IP if they could look at reducing them a little to make things easier for you.
Regards, Melanie Giles, Insolvency Practitioner
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Post by Foggy » Mon Jul 14, 2014 10:41 pm
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It does get easier as frugal living becomes second nature --- but there will still be ups and downs --- you are already 5% through :-)
My opinions are merely that .. opinions based on experience. Always seek professional advice.
IVA Completed 23rd July 2013 .... C.C. 10th January 2014
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Post by Ruthlyn » Mon Jul 14, 2014 10:44 pm
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I hope it gets easier! I'm only a month into mine and after unexpected cambelt repair and double council tax all my budget has gone to pot! Now facing 19 yr old sons bday on Sat and he's got to wait until payday!
Still, I'm amazed at how little I can actually manage on and next month will be better.
I'm sure you'll do fine Iechyd da....good luck on your journey! :)
The secret of change is to focus your energy,not on fighting the old but on building the new
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Post by Iechyd da » Mon Jul 14, 2014 10:45 pm
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Thanks Mel but I think I'd rather get through 12 months and then speak to IP. Hopefully it's just getting used to spending budget properly!

Foggy - too true. I live by percentages. 10 weeks and I'm 10% through :)
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Post by Iechyd da » Mon Jul 14, 2014 10:48 pm
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Ruthlyn - I'm sure it does!! I admire people bringing up a family through this!
I'm sure your son understands and will love whatever you get him!!
Sofa law with cambelt, my heating doesn't work but it's summer so that on the back burner!
Onwards and upwards
Keep smiling
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Post by MelanieGiles » Mon Jul 14, 2014 11:23 pm
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You should never be scared of speaking to your IP. We are put on this planet to help our clients, and our doors should always be open with a welcoming smile!
Regards, Melanie Giles, Insolvency Practitioner
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Post by craigiewicked1 » Wed Jul 16, 2014 7:40 am
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Hi, I am living proof that it does get better. I was in an iva for 3 years and saw no end in sight but with a little luck and hard work we made a full and final offer which was accepted on 14 th jan 2014.

Sines iva gone life has been amazing please remember it will end and you will be free x
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