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Money Management 21 Dec 2021

New Year? New You? New Budget!

Living in Debt 21 Dec 2021

‘My Debt Story’: Sam, PayPlan Adviser

Sam has worked for PayPlan for a year as a debt adviser. He uses his own experience of being in debt to help and support others who want to take back financial control. Here Sam tells his story of how…

Industry News 15 Dec 2021

PayPlan…Debt Advice Provider of the Year!

It’s official! PayPlan has been awarded ‘Debt Advice Provider of the Year’, at last night’s (14 December) Credit Strategy Credit Awards.

Industry News 9 Dec 2021

UK Finance and BSA agree voluntary pause on residential and buy-to-let possessions

UK Finance and The Building Societies Association (BSA) have today announced a voluntary pause on possessions from Monday 13 December until Tuesday 4 January 2022.

Living in Debt 3 Dec 2021

‘My Debt Story’: Kim, PayPlan Adviser

Kim is a debt adviser at PayPlan. She uses her own lived experience of being in debt to support others who want to take back financial control. Here Kim tells her story of how she turned her finances around…

Money Saving Ideas 2 Dec 2021

It’s beginning to cost a lot like Christmas…have your presence be the present this year!

It’s difficult to think of what to buy people for Christmas gifts, especially when you’re on a budget. But setting a limit and sticking to your budget will make Christmas just as special without having the worry of the credit…

Money Saving Ideas 2 Dec 2021

We hope Yule like our Christmas dinner ideas!

Money Saving Ideas 2 Dec 2021

Decorate this Christmas on a budget

How can you make your home festive on a budget? Here are some ways you can create a bit of Christmas sparkle in your home this year – without busting your budget.

Money Saving Ideas 1 Dec 2021

What’s your Christmas budget?

You don’t have to break the bank to enjoy yourself this Christmas. In the first of our Christmas blogs, here are our top tips on how to save money, whilst still having lots of festive fun!

News and Stories 30 Nov 2021

PRESS RELEASE: Rising costs will make it harder for families to put food on the table, says PayPlan’s Autumn Income Shock Survey

PayPlan, one the largest UK providers of free debt advice, has released the results from its Autumn Income Shock Survey, commissioned to understand the growing impact of inflation on people in financially vulnerable situations.

Industry News 29 Nov 2021

PayPlan wins hat-trick of Collections & Customer Service awards!

We had a great time at the Credit Strategy Collections & Customer Service Awards (24 November) after winning three awards – the icing on the cake being when we were named Debt Advice Provider of the Year!

Living in Debt 24 Nov 2021

‘My Debt Story’: Jane, PayPlan Adviser

Jane has worked for PayPlan for over 20 years as a debt adviser. She uses her own experience of being in debt to help and support others who want to take back financial control.

Industry News 23 Nov 2021

PayPlan partners with Plain Numbers to tackle low numeracy levels

We've joined forces with Plain Numbers, an organisation dedicated to helping firms support their customers who struggle with numbers and data.

Living in Debt 19 Nov 2021

‘My Debt Story’: Beth, PayPlan Adviser

Industry News 17 Nov 2021

PayPlan shortlisted for three prestigious Credit Awards!

Our awards success is continuing this year after being shortlisted for another three, this time at the prestigious Credit Strategy Credit Awards.

Living in Debt 11 Nov 2021

‘My Debt Story’: Julia, PayPlan Adviser

Julia has worked for PayPlan for ten years as a debt adviser. She uses her own experience of being in debt to help and support others who want to take back financial control.

Industry News 5 Nov 2021

PayPlan launches ‘Debt Doesn’t Discriminate’ campaign

We’re launching a new campaign to highlight – and break down – barriers that prevent some people from accessing debt help.

Client Stories 5 Nov 2021

Client story: A Director’s Breathing Space experience

A Director of a Limited company shares his thoughts on how Breathing Space improved his financial situation.

Client Stories 5 Nov 2021

Client story: Chris “You won’t regret reaching out”

Chris contacted PayPlan after the breakdown of his marriage. He works in the Police and was concerned being in debt may affect his career. Read his story here.

Living in Debt 4 Nov 2021

Crypto trading is not the answer to solving your debts

With films like The Wolf of Wall Street glamourising the world of trading, there’s been a surge in people finding new ways to maximise their income in an attempt to ‘get rich quick’. The reality, though, is this is leaving…

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