It can be failed or terminated, but will remain on record for 6 years from the start.
Your creditors will then add back missed interest and possible late payment charges and your original debt will, no doubt, have increased. They will then look to other ways to recover the debts from you --- do you have a "Plan B"?
Might I ask why you are considering this drastic step ?
My opinions are merely that .. opinions based on experience. Always seek professional advice.
IVA Completed 23rd July 2013 .... C.C. 10th January 2014
I agree with Foggy - why are you considering this and how long have you been in the IVA.
Sharing from experiences of dealing with debt
The greatness of a man is not in how much wealth he acquires, but in his integrity and his ability to affect those around him positively.
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