Industry News
13 Oct 2023
Industry News
15 Sep 2023
PayPlan finalists in three categories at Vulnerability Awareness Gala Awards
We’re excited to announce that we’ve been named finalists across three categories at this year’s Vulnerability Awareness Gala Awards.The shortlist is for:‘Debt Advice Provider of the Year’ in the Collections and Customer Service Awards (CCS)‘Best Vulnerable Customer Support Team’ in…
Client Stories
22 Mar 2023
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…
News and Stories
7 Feb 2023
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…
News and Stories
13 Jan 2023
PayPlan supports Time to Talk Day, the nation’s biggest mental health campaign
Time to Talk Day is quickly approaching and there are plenty of ways to get involved and raise awareness of support for mental health-related problems including the impact debt can have and how best to support people struggling with both…
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.
Industry News
4 Aug 2020
Mental Health – PayPlan supports calls to improve access to debt advice
Money Management
16 Jun 2020
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…
Industry News
29 Apr 2020
PayPlan Nominated for Best Financial Support Provider
The team at PayPlan are delighted to share their nomination for Best Financial Support Provider at the 2020 Consumer Credit Awards.This award highlights all the hard work that goes in behind the scenes in helping people towards a debt free…
Debt Facts
2 Dec 2019
Do you Pay Tax on Redundancy Pay?
Redundancy can be a difficult time, especially if you loved your job and it was bringing in a suitable income for your lifestyle. Find out how redundancy can affect you when it comes to tax and other factors. What is redundancy…
Living in Debt
21 Dec 2017
Case Study – Chris
Chris (36) had over £80,000 worth of debt when he reached out to PayPlan for help over 6 years ago. His debt problems started when his commission based job changed. Chris was a wealthy man with a large income of…
Living in Debt
20 Jul 2016
How long can my creditors chase me?
A question that I often come across from people struggling to pay their debts is "how long can my creditors chase me?" The answer is until you have paid them what you owe. However, if communication between the debtor and…
Debt Facts
28 Jan 2013
Top five questions about… Debt Management Plans.
A Debt Management Plan, or a DMP, is an informal agreement between you and your creditors. When looking for a suitable solution for your debts it can be a daunting experience and many people contacting us have lots of questions.…
Debt Facts
17 Jan 2013
Is my home at risk if I enter into a Debt Management Plan?
Competitions
10 Jan 2013
Can I go bankrupt for free?
For those seeking help with their debts bankruptcy is often seen as the quick and easy solution. Some people also believe it is free. However, this is not the case. Let us explain…
Living in Debt
12 Sep 2012
Can I reclaim PPI whilst in a Debt Management Plan?
A question that regularly crops up from our clients is "can I reclaim mis-sold PPI?" The answer is quite simply, yes. Being in a DMP does not make the reclaiming process any more complicated, as opposed to those that are…
Debt Facts
30 Aug 2012
What to do if you are self-employed and struggling to make ends meet
If you're self-employed and struggling to pay all your bills, you're not alone. There are a record 4.2 million workers who are self-employed and many are finding it difficult to make ends meet.
Debt Facts
15 Aug 2012
The truth behind the top 20 debt myths
In the 21st Century it is easy to use the internet to get answers to important debt questions. However, it is also easy to come across incorrect information which can have dangerous consequences.
Debt Facts
13 Jul 2012
How do I… apply for a Trust Deed?
For people living in Scotland they have other debt solutions available to them to help when they are in financial difficulty. A Trust Deed is one of these solutions and allows you to pay your creditors back at an affordable…
Archive
10 Feb 2011
Bailiffs – who are they?
A bailiff is someone who is employed by the courts to take your possessions in order to sell them and give the money to your creditor to pay back the debt that you owe them. The court would only send…