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Individual Voluntary Arrangement (IVA) is a legally binding contract between you and your creditors. This is a repayment plan to help people avoid bankruptcy. While it is not the solution for everyone, it can help some people to get through a difficult financial time and start over. However, you must be able to make the monthly payment.

IVA’s work like this: An Insolvency Practitioner is in charge of your case. You will list all of the people you owe money to and how much income you have each month. In turn, the IP will contact each business that you owe money to and try to come up with a low, suitable repayment plan. There is not requirement that these businesses accept this program. Most will, however, to keep from losing money.

Once there is a payment amount determined, it is up to you to make this payment every month. The term is usually for five years. If you find yourself sick or out of work, you must notify the IP immediately. He will contact the businesses and let them know your situation. Once again, they do not have to accept this and the business can then force you into bankruptcy if the payment is not made.

If you receive a raise in income, you must report it to your IP. Every six months, they will refigure the amount that you can comfortably pay. Most advisors recommend that you are able to repay at least two hundred pounds a month to qualify for this type of program. Also, if you sudden appearance of money in your life, this needs to be relayed as well. You may be required to put some of this money towards your outstanding accounts.

This is not for everyone. Some people simply have too many past due accounts to be able to meet the payment for all of them. You need to speak with people who know the ins and outs of these programs and know if it is right for you. There are also a few places that offer free advice on this and other debt solutions.