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 Individual voluntary arrangements (IVAs) can have a detrimental impact on your personal and professional life, does an IVA stay on your credit file. However, if properly managed, an IVA can assist you in regaining control of your money. You can improve your financial condition in the long run by adhering to the provisions of your IVA and taking steps to rebuild your credit profile. 

What is an IVA?

 

A formal and legally binding agreement between you and your creditors to repay your debts over a period of time is known as an individual voluntary arrangement (IVA). This permits you to make affordable loan payments over a five- or six-year period. This means the court has approved it, and your creditors must follow it.

Some lines of credit that remain after your IVA is completed are wiped off. A lump-sum IVA allows you to make a one-time payment.

What is the purpose of an IVA and how will it affect my life?

An IVA normally lasts 5-6 years, however it can be prolonged if you don't make your payments. You'll need to follow the Agreement's regulations throughout this time, and you'll have limited authority over your money. You can expect an IVA to have an effect on:

v  Spending - During your IVA, you must stick to a budget, and any bonuses or extra money must be used to pay down your obligations.

 

v  Borrowing - During your IVA, you will only be able to borrow up to £500. You'll need to acquire approval from your insolvency practitioner if you need to borrow extra money. You may also find it challenging to obtain credit approval.

 

v  Possessions - It's possible that you'll have to sell valuable stuff to pay off your debts and return items you still owe. Your car, if you require it for work, may be an exemption; but, if it's an expensive car, you may need to trade it in for a less expensive one.

 

v  Savings -  Any money you have left over will almost always have to be used to pay off your debts. Also, if you receive a large sum of money during your IVA (for example, redundancy pay or an inheritance), you may be required to pay the full amount owed before the Agreement is put up.

Can I remove or update an IVA on my credit report?

 

Without you having to do anything, an IVA should be added, designated as 'complete,' and withdrawn. If you believe the record is incorrect, you can ask us to correct it - you may need to submit proof, such as a letter from your insolvency practitioner.

 

You can also ask us to include a comment on your report stating why you went into debt and had to set up an IVA, such as because of redundancy or a long-term illness.

Ordering your credit report will allow you to examine the status of your IVA record.

 

How can I increase my credit score with an IVA?

 

Your IVA score should improve as you become older. This is because lenders are more concerned with your current credit history. Your IVA will also look better once it has been tagged as 'finished.'

 

Your specific voluntary agreement will be erased from your credit report after six years. Because the IVA limits how much you can borrow, you won't have much credit history during this time, so your score may remain low. You can, however, take a number of steps to increase your score.

Budgeting and planning for the future will help you stay on track in the long run. Signing up for a Credit Expert premium subscription is one method to gain more control over your finances. This allows you to see your Experian Credit report and Experian Credit Score at any time, allowing you to better understand what you owe and your credit prospects.

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