PayPlan survey results show lives are on hold due to rising living costs
Four in five people have said they’re suffering with their mental health due to the cost-of-living crisis, our latest survey has revealed. Results from our recent impact survey highlighted that 79% of respondents also felt increasingly isolated because of the…
Client story: Fraud victim Harry encourages others to reach out for support
As part of Debt Awareness Week, we caught up with Harry, a former PayPlan client. Harry finished his Debt Management Plan (DMP) with us last year and wanted to share his experience with others to encourage them to reach out…
Client story: Ellie hopes to help others struggling with bipolar disorder and their debts
In our latest case study, we caught up with our client Ellie, who wanted to share her story in order to help other people who were struggling with bipolar disorder and their debts, to encourage them to reach out to…
The importance of cyber security awareness and steps you can take to protect yourself online
As people try to get to grips with the cost-of-living crisis, there’s been a noticeable rise in cyber security threats taking place online. As part of Safer Internet Day (February 7), we’ve put some tips together to help you understand…
Get your finances back on track in 2023
Whether you’ve got debts to pay off or want to begin putting any spare cash aside each month, we’ve put some tips together to help you on the road to your financial goal in 2023.A New Year’s resolution can often…
PayPlan partners with Plain Numbers to tackle low numeracy levels
Tackle the financial third wheel this Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is approaching and although celebrations will be a little different this year, it’s an opportunity to reflect and be with the one you love. For some, there is a third wheel getting in the way of a healthy…
PayPlan and Experian discuss debt and credit score
Ryan Horton from PayPlan and John Webb from Experian answered the big questions concerning your credit score and debt in a Facebook Live event earlier this month.We’ve collated the questions covered, along with a few highlights from their answers…My income…
PRESS RELEASE: Three-quarters of people will struggle to pay off their debt after lockdown
Leading free debt advice company, PayPlan, conducted a survey to find out how people in debt have been affected during the Coronavirus outbreak. The FCA have extended payment holidays for mortgages and other debts, and although the majority of those…
How to tackle gambling in football today
After a long break due to coronavirus, competitive top-flight football in England is back on our screens. From Wednesday 17th June, there will be at least 8,280 minutes of Premier League football played across the remaining 92 games, and every…
Here’s Why Your Bank Balance May be About to Shrink
New rules from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) are shaking up the way bank balances are presented to account holders. Here’s why your bank balance is going to look a little bit different… What’s going on?The FCA – a financial regulatory…
Can I Get Redundancy Pay if I am Over 65?
What is redundancy pay? If your employer informs you that your job is no longer necessary to the business, you are likely to be made redundant. If this happens, you will receive redundancy pay depending on how long you have…
5 Ways to Make Christmas More Affordable
Is Christmas Unaffordable for the Average Household?
Recent research from PayPlan has found that over half of parents will rely on their credit cards to cover their essential living costs this Christmas.Christmas is a time for spending with loved ones, but this usually results in overspending and…
How Much Debt do I Need to File Bankruptcy?
What is bankruptcy?Bankruptcy is a debt solution suitable for people who cannot pay outstanding bills to their creditors on time. When an individual’s total debts are bigger than the value of their assets, they will be deemed insolvent and in a…
PayPlan study reveals the cost of Christmas for families across the UK
Christmas can be one of the most expensive times of the year for families in the United Kingdom. A new study conducted by PayPlan has found that many parents will even need to rely on the support of relatives, finance…
Talking Money Matters on World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day takes place on 10th October 2019. Results from a recent PayPlan survey, along with advice from the Samaritans, highlight the importance of seeking money advice sooner to try and support mental health problems. What is World Mental…
Consolidating credit card debt – our top 5 tips
Feeling blue after getting into the red over the festive period? Fear not, there are lots of things you can do about problem credit card debt to get you back on the path to financial freedom in 2019.Assess your situationThe…
What is Blue Monday?
Blue Monday is an annually-changing date in January that is widely recognised in the UK as being the most miserable day of the year. The day was devised in 2005 and is based on pseudoscientific factors – beliefs, not accurate…