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For free & impartial money advice you can visit MoneyHelper. We work with The Debt Advice Service who provide information about your options. This isn’t a full fact-find, some debt solutions may not be suitable in all circumstances, ongoing fees might apply & your credit rating may be affected.

Are you trying to find out about trust deed calculators? You’re at the right place. This tool helps you learn if a trust deed is a good choice for you. It also shows how it might change your money matters. 

Every month, more than 170,000 people visit our website looking for guidance on debt solutions. You’re not the only one who’s worried about trust deeds and how they might affect your money state.

We know that being in debt can be scary and can change your future.  That’s why in this simple guide, we’ll talk about:

  •  What a trust deed is and how it works
  •  How a trust deed can change your credit score
  •  How long a trust deed stays on your credit report
  •  What happens after your trust deed ends
  •  How to make your credit better after a trust deed

We understand what it’s like to have money troubles, but don’t worry. With our experience, we’ll help you understand them.

Could you legally write off some debt?

There are several debt solutions in the UK, choosing the right one for you could write off some of your unaffordable debt, but the wrong one may be expensive and drawn out.

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How much debt do you have?

This isn’t a full fact find. MoneyNerd doesn’t give advice. We work with The Debt Advice Service who provide information about your options.

Trust Deed Calculator

If the narrow eligibility criteria discussed in the previous section seem overwhelming, don’t worry because there is a tool to help you. Online calculators can help you determine whether or not you will qualify for this arrangement. 

To find out if you qualify for this arrangement, simply visit Trust Deed Scotland and follow the instructions.

It will inform you whether you can qualify for this debt solution, and you won’t have to spend hours of confusion trying to establish your eligibility on your own.

Nonetheless, getting help and advice from an insolvency practitioner is still a good idea.

» TAKE ACTION NOW: Fill out the short debt form

What happens if I can’t keep up with Trust Deed payments?

The problem arises when you are no longer able to pay back your debt. If you cannot clear your dues, your trustee will sell your property and use the money to pay back your creditors. You will get the remaining amount for yourself, but your assets will be gone.

This is why you need to be careful and make sure that you can keep up with the repayment plan if you don’t want to lose your property.

Who Qualifies For A Trust Deed?

To qualify for a trust deed, you need to match very specific eligibility criteria

  • First of all, you must live in Scotland, as only residents of Scotland are allowed to get this arrangement. You will be able to qualify for a Trust Deed if you have lived in Scotland for (at least) the past 12 months. People who have a place of business in Scotland may also be able to get a trust deed.
  • You also need to have more than £5000 in unsecured debt, and you must be insolvent as well. Being insolvent means that you are in an unfavourable financial position and are unable to pay off your debts efficiently.  
  • More specifically, it means that you cannot pay your debts back in full in under 48 months. If your debt can be paid off in under 48 months with the current monthly repayments you’re paying, you probably won’t be able to get a deed of trust.
  • You must also be the homeowner of the property that you are about to put into this arrangement.
  • Moreover, not all kinds of debt can be paid off using this arrangement. You can only use it to pay off unsecured debts like credit cards, store cards, and personal loans. 

Before deciding on anything, you should also hire an insolvency practitioner to get expert advice. You should always invest in expert debt advisers who can guide you to better debt solutions.

Contacting an insolvency practitioner would be appropriate for debt advice in this case.

How a debt solution could help

Some debt solutions can:

  1. Stop nasty calls from creditors
  2. Freeze interest and charges
  3. Reduce your monthly payments

A few debt solutions can even result in writing off some of your debt.

Here’s an example:


Situation

Monthly income £2,504
Monthly expenses £2,345
Total debt £32,049

Monthly debt repayments

Before £587
After £158

£429 reduction in monthly payments

If you want to learn what debt solutions are available to you, click the button below to get started.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is A Trust Of Deed A Good Debt Solution?
If you’re struggling with debt, a security trust deed is a good solution. However, it is a solution subject to individual circumstances. You should only go for this option if other debt arrangement schemes aren’t affordable for you. Go for other debt solutions if you can because in this case, your property is at stake and you could lose it if you can’t keep up with the monthly payments.
Does A Trust Deed Affect Your Credit Rating?
Yes, a trust deed definitely affects your credit rating and it will appear on your credit file for 6 years from the day that your property was secured.
Can A Trust Deed Only Include Unsecured Debts?
Yes, a trust deed can only include unsecured debts. Other debts are not included as they are prioritized over unsecured debts. This means that you can only write off debts like payday loans, credit cards and store cards.
Can You Go Into A Trust Deed Twice?
Yes, you can enter two at once, but you must be discharged from the first one to be able to enter the second one.
Can I End My Agreement Early?
Yes, you can end your agreement early by paying your debt back in full. If you receive a windfall, you can end your arrangement early and pay your debt back in full. You will again receive full ownership of your property.
Could you legally write off some debt?

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How much debt do you have?

This isn’t a full fact find. MoneyNerd doesn’t give advice. We work with The Debt Advice Service who provide information about your options.

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MoneyNerd’s founder, Scott Nelson, has a decade of financial industry experience, including 6 years in FCA regulated loan and credit card companies. Troubled by a lack of conscience in the industry, he founded MoneyNerd to give genuine advice to those in debt and struggling financially.
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Janine Marsh is an award-winning presenter and a valuable member of the MoneyNerd team. With a wealth of experience as a financial expert, she's been featured on BBC Radio 4, BBC Local Radio, and BBC Five Live, and is a regular on Co-op Radio.