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Posted: Sat Apr 23, 2016 9:41 pm
by Katherine.t
Hi, we are 24 months into our IVA and need a new sofa. Can we get credit at DFS? I recently took out a new contract and phone with ee and the credit check was fine. Thanks

Posted: Sat Apr 23, 2016 9:46 pm
by Foggy
No you cannot obtain further credit. A utility contract is a different animal.

Posted: Sat Apr 23, 2016 10:17 pm
by kallis3
Hi,

Agree with Foggy - you won't be able to get any further credit without checking with your IP.

Posted: Sun Apr 24, 2016 10:08 am
by MerlinL14
I would have a word with your IVA company to see if you can get a months payment break and get one that way.

Posted: Sun Apr 24, 2016 1:31 pm
by Shining
Alternatively, although may not be ideal there are often secondhand ones on the buy it sell it Facebook groups etc that may well see you through to the end of your IVA when you can look forward to a new one. Hoping you find something

Posted: Sun Apr 24, 2016 9:18 pm
by happy buddha
i feel your pain Katherine we were in the same boat but had to wait until our six years were up as we weren't aloud credit either !!! many bits of wood and glue were used in the fixing of our sofa and a lot of cushions !! next week after six years and six months we will be able to sit up straight again. DIY it if you can and Keep smiling

Posted: Sun Apr 24, 2016 9:26 pm
by Sally1966
My suite is also on its last legs but I too will have to wait another 3 years , you have to sit on a pile of cushions on mine to stop you sinking , but I can wait #128522;

Posted: Mon Apr 25, 2016 2:56 pm
by Lisa Thomas
No - not if both of your are in an IVA which you seem to imply. Sorry!

Posted: Mon Apr 25, 2016 2:56 pm
by Lisa Thomas
There are a lot of bargains to be had on Ebay and Gumtree...

Posted: Mon Apr 25, 2016 3:43 pm
by kallis3
Or Freecycle.