Trust Deed Articles

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Pros and cons of a Trust Deed

A Trust Deed can be a viable alternative to sequestration for individuals in Scotland with unmanageable and unsecured debts of over £5,000.

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Will I Lose My Home If I Enter Into a Trust Deed?

If you’re having difficulty paying your debts and have assets or a regular income, you may qualify for a Trust Deed.

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What do the new Trust Deed 3 day cooling off period changes mean for you?

Cooling off periods are common for most goods and services, particularly those which are purchased online that you haven’t seen in person.

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Differences between a Trust Deed and Debt Arrangement Scheme (DAS)

If you’re struggling with large personal debts that are spiralling out of control, it’s crucial to recognise that there are a number of options available to you.

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How to improve your credit score after a Scottish Trust Deed

Scottish Trust Deeds generally last for four years, so if you’ve successfully reached the end of yours, you’ll be starting to think about rebuilding your financial status.

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How long does a trust deed stay on your credit file?

Entering into a Scottish trust deed is an effective way to escape unmanageable debt, and allows for a fresh financial start once the trust deed term has come to an end. As with all official debt proce...

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What happens when a Trust Deed ends?

Your Trust Deed has finally come to an end; you’ve made all your payments and have been formally discharged. Congratulations! You may now be wondering what happens next...

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What’s the difference between a protected and unprotected Trust Deed?

A protected Scottish Trust Deed is legally binding and provides certainty over repayments, whereas, under an unprotected Trust Deed, repayments can change.

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Disadvantages of a Scottish Trust Deed

One of the most common debt-help agreements is a trust deed and this in large part due to the number of advantages that the trust deed process brings.

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Is it possible to enter into a second Trust Deed?

Scottish Trust Deeds help eligible people in debt to repay as much as possible, with the remainder being written off at the end of the term – usually four years.

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Can a Trust Deed affect my job or employment status?

Whether being in debt affects an employment contract is a serious concern for many people.

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Will my creditors agree to my trust deed?

A trust deed is a formal debt solution which enables you to make affordable monthly repayments towards your debts for a set period of time, typically four years.