Typically the time taken to set up an IVA is between 21 and 28 days
Here at Bennett Jones, we take time to explain your options to you and we are happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have before you make the decision to proceed with your IVA. Once you have read and approved the IVA proposal you are going to make to your creditors it is necessary to send the proposal to your creditors and allow your creditors at least 14 days to consider and vote on your proposal
IVA steps and timing
- Step 1: Contact the IVA team at Bennett Jones.
- Step 2: We perform a credit check and assess all your debts. This credit check will not affect your credit score.
- Step 3: Gathering your financial information. We gather detailed information regarding your regular expenses (rent, travel, food, utility bills, etc.) and make an assessment of how much you can reasonably afford to pay back each month after paying these expenses.
- Step 4: Building your IVA proposal. Our Insolvency Practitioner will create your draft IVA proposal to present to your creditors. It will include a detailed financial breakdown of your current circumstances and proposed repayment terms. Your proposal will explain why your creditors should accept your IVA.
- Step 5: Your creditors consider your IVA proposal. Our Insolvency Practitioner finalises the proposal with your agreement and calls a “virtual” creditors’ meeting. Each of your creditors can vote on your proposal. To have an IVA agreed, you will need 75% in value of your creditors who vote at the meeting putting in votes to approve your proposal.
- Step 6: IVA Approval. You’ll formally enter into your IVA and immediately become protected against all debt recovery action.
- Step 7: Annual Review of Your IVA. Your Insolvency Practitioner will conduct a review each year to ensure you’re still able to make your payments. If your income has increased you may be requested to increase your IVA payments. If you are struggling to manage your payments we will be here to help you.
- Step 8: Debt free. As long as you keep to the terms of your IVA proposal, your remaining debt will be written off at the end of your IVA. You will then be debt-free.
Breathe easier with an IVA with Bennett Jones today
If creditors agree to the IVA then it will usually take five years of monthly payments until the arrangement ends. An IVA is not suitable for everyone and all other debt solutions should be considered before opting to begin the IVA process. If this is the right debt solution the IVA application can be the first step toward a debt-free life. Our team at Bennett Jones has many years of experience in dealing with creditors and administering IVAs. We are here to provide support and guidance for you at a time when you need it most. If you believe an IVA may be the best solution or you would like to learn more about what the process entails, our experts can provide you with confidential advice. There are lots of ways to contact our IVA team:
- Complete the form above
- Call us on 0161 960 0054
Bennett Jones has helped thousands of people solve their debt problems. We understand how stressful and difficult life is when you can’t pay your debts and your bills.
You can trust Bennett Jones to help you if you are struggling to pay your debts. We specialise in Individual Voluntary Arrangements – a legal solution that allows for unaffordable debts to be written off. With an IVA from our team, you will make affordable repayments to your creditors over a fixed period, with the remaining debt written off at the end.
An IVA may not be suitable for everyone who needs help with their debts. Fees may apply, but the initial assessment is free. Writing off debt with an IVA will affect your credit rating (see our FAQ). If an IVA is not right for you we will give you free no-obligation help so you can decide on the best solution for you. You could write off up to 80% of your debts (10% of our customers wrote off 80% in the last 12 months, with a typical figure ranging from 25%-75%).
March 2024, Charly Ryan
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March 2024, Mr Amjad
Excellent company... Bennett jones is the best company they have taken away all the debts & all my worries.I definitely will recommend this company to friends & families. Their service is excellent. Reply in a few seconds. Now I can look after my family. I am especially thankful to Bennett & jones And Laura for helping me out of this …
March 2024, Sam Perry
If you’re in financial trouble don’t hesitate to reach out. From start to finish a very reputable caring company. Yes I’ve heard they charge but don’t really expect them to do it for free. We all have to get paid when we work. Be realistic. Very friendly and I felt they were thoughtful to my personal struggles. I would highly recommend them. Thank you to them, now have a good night's sleep
March2024, JA
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The debt write off amount for each customer differs depending upon their individual financial circumstances and is subject to the approval of their creditors. The example provided of 80% has been achieved by 10% of our customers in the last 12 months