Dealing With Debt

It’s a problem affecting more and more of us – but don’t lie awake fretting, here’s how to tackle your debts and take back control

- Sue Hayward

Around eight million people in the UK regularly miss bill payments or feel overwhelmed by debts according to the Money Advice Service – yet only one in five seek advice.

Sticking your head in the sand, hiding your post from your partner or borrowing more – none of these is the answer!

Mounting debts aren’t necessarily the result of too many shopping sprees. Many people find themselves struggling due to a sudden change in circumstances like losing their job, getting divorced, needing to take time off work to care for a family member or even the financial demands of their kids!