Credit Resource Solutions Debt (CSR) – Should You Pay?

Credit Resource Solutions (CSR) might say you owe them money, but you might not have to pay. If this is making you worried and need information, you’ve come to the right place. Every month, over 170,000 people come to our website for help with questions just like this.

In this article, we will talk about:

• How to find out if the debt is really yours.
• The reasons why CSR might get in touch with you.
• What to do if you can pay.
• What can happen if debt collectors are not nice to you.
• The laws about CSR Debt Collectors.

We know what it’s like to deal with debt collectors. We understand how you feel and want to help you figure out what to do if you owe money. We can also help you find out if you can write off some of your debt.

Let’s dive into your options when dealing with debt collectors.

Why would you receive contact from Credit Resource Solutions (CSR) Debt Collectors?

Unfortunately, debt problems are extremely common, with millions of people suffering at the hands of debt issues. This explains why it is such big business. Debt collectors are plentiful and wear a range of different hats. Some work as part of the original creditor (the company you have the original debt with), others are independent businesses, and in some cases, there are even sole traders who work as debt collectors.

Debt collectors try to collect payments on behalf of a wide range of companies, which may include banks, credit card companies and payday lenders. This is why you may not recognise the debt, as you don’t owe the money to Credit Resource Solutions (CSR) Debt Collectors, it is another company you have the debt with.

The business model remains the same throughout. The debt collectors, will purchase the debt from the original creditor and they will pay a small amount for it, often just 20% of the original value. After they’ve paid for the debt, they then make a profit as soon as the debtor starts to make payments. Hence why they are so eager to get you to pay up! Morals are seriously lacking with most debt collectors and the way they operate. They don’t tend to empathise with your situation, at the end of the day, they just want you to pay the debt – nothing else matters. The Office for Fair Trading found that bad practices amongst debt collectors were unfortunately, wide spread, and causing a great deal of distress to debtors.

Find out if you owe the money

If you are contacted about debt, the first thing you would usually do is try and figure out a way to pay it. However, it is also important to check if this is really your debt. Speak to Credit Resource Solutions (CSR) Debt Collectors and ask them to provide information on whether the debt originated and the total cost of the debt, including a complete breakdown. You may find that the value is higher than you remember it, due to charges and interest.

You are within your rights to contact Credit Resource Solutions (CSR) Debt Collectors and request a copy of your credit agreement. This should be the original agreement. If they cannot provide this or they refuse to do so, you do not have to pay the debt.

What to do if you can afford to pay

If Credit Resource Solutions (CSR) Debt Collectors are able to provide you with evidence, the next step is to clear the debt. If you are able to afford the payments, you should get rid of the debt as soon as possible. If for any reason, you are not able to pay it, ask the debt collectors to set up a repayment plan for you, at a rate you can afford. They may also accept a partial repayment to clear off the debt completely.

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Ways to write off your debt

You would be able to write off your debt by entering into an Individual Voluntary Arrangement (IVA). With this, you enter into an agreement with the debt collectors to pay a sum you can afford, or alternatively, you make monthly payments to the debt. The remainder of the debt will usually be written off, after around five years. The IVA process must be carried out by using an insolvency practitioner.

You can find a local licenced IVA insolvency practitioner here.

An alternative option you may want to consider is a Debt Relief Order (DRO). You would only be able to get this if you have £75 or less each month, when household bills are taken care of. You must not be a homeowner or have assets which amount to over £2000.

To apply for a DRO you will need to go through an authorised debt advisor. You can find a list of authorised debt advisors here.

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