Yes its a new start, so much has changed from making that phone call on the 29th of September to ClearStart to the IVA being approved on the 15th November. Having to change bank accounts or indeed get one, with the postal strike delaying it all along with my paperwork to clearstart for two weeks that was tough. Then finding a new place to live.
But admitting that I have a problem, willing to sort it out, pay back as much as I can not using an IVA as an easy way out as its still a long road ahead, but each month is closer to the end. Hell, I had pay those loans for five years !!
But I was amazed to find answer, upon answer on this forum. Finding that others had the same thoughts, questions as I did everyday. Posters gave positive advice, from their experience, or from an IP point of view. It was friendly and uplifting.
So to people who are hesitant about undertaking an IVA, read throught the top posts and you will see there are many in the same boat as you, are trying to sort out their issues, and there are people who listen. Just be honest with yourself and to all, dont hide things. Bring it out in the open.
Best of luck to everyone who have started on the road to being debt free.