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Stop Bailiff Action

Looking to stop bailiffs from taking action? Facing bailiff enforcement can be frightening, but you don’t have to face it alone. At Bailiff Helpline, our experts have helped thousands regain control with discreet, compassionate support. We specialise in helping people stop bailiff action quickly and effectively, guiding you every step of the way.

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Stop Bailiff Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Can I stop bailiff action?

    Yes. You can often stop bailiff action by paying the debt in full, or if that’s not possible, by arranging an affordable repayment plan or entering a formal debt solution such as an IVA. Acting quickly is vital—once a plan is agreed, Bailiffs are usually required to pause enforcement.

  2. Can I stop bailiffs from coming into my house?

    Yes. Bailiffs can’t usually force their way in and must provide you with at least 7 days’ notice before they visit. They may only enter through an unlocked door or if you invite them inside . They cannot break down your door except in rare cases like unpaid criminal fines or tax. Keeping doors locked helps stop bailiffs from entering.

  3. What happens if I have let the bailiffs into my home?

    If bailiffs enter and you can’t pay in full, you’ll usually need to sign a controlled goods agreement. This means your belongings are listed under their control but remain in your home while you make repayments. If the terms of the agreement are broken, the bailiff can return and take the listed items to recover the debt..

  4. Can I stop bailiffs from taking my car?

    Bailiffs may take vehicles, but not if your car is on finance, essential for work, or worth under £1,350 when used for your job. If your car is at risk, move it to a secure location away from your property until you’ve arranged an affordable solution.

  5. How to stop Bristow and Sutor bailiffs?

    Bristow and Sutor often collect council tax and similar debts. We’ve successfully helped people stop their enforcement before by arranging affordable solutions and preventing further action. You can find out more on how to stop Bristow & Sutor bailiffs here.

  6. How to stop Marston bailiffs?

    Marston bailiffs enforce court orders, fines, and other debts. We’ve supported many people in stopping Marston’s enforcement through repayment plans and debt solutions. You can find out more on how to stop Marston bailiffs here.

  7. What times can bailiffs visit?

    In England and Wales, bailiffs can usually only visit between 6 am and 9 pm. They must use the front door and cannot enter through windows. Visits outside these hours are only allowed in rare circumstances, such as for business premises or collecting unpaid criminal fines.

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Ignoring Bailiff can lead to further enforcement action. The sooner you act, the more options you have.
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You will be contacted by Bailiff Helpline which is a trading style of My Debt Plan Ltd.

My Debt Plan Ltd provides insolvency solutions to individuals, specialising in IVA’s. All advice given is following an initial fact find, tailored to your individual circumstances and provided in reasonable contemplation of an insolvency appointment. Our advice on your options is always free and we will notify you if a solution you choose has a fee associated with it. Where you are not suitable for an IVA, we may refer you to one of our trusted partners who specialise in alternative solutions.

Registered address 2nd Floor Blenheim Court, Cheadle, Cheshire, England, SK8 2JY Company Registered in England and Wales Number 10992838 Data Protection ZB284067.

Lucy Novo Deakin is a licensed insolvency practitioner in the UK by the Insolvency Practitioners Association (IPA).

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Credit Score

Credit Score Pop Up Wording : An Individual Voluntary Arrangement (IVA) is a formal agreement with creditors to repay a portion of your debts over time, but it does have an impact on your credit score and it will be difficult to obtain further credit whilst on an IVA. Once an IVA is approved, it is recorded on your credit report and will typically remain there for six years from the date it starts.
However, it’s important to note this is the case for most debt solutions and your credit score will likely already have been affected by being in debt in the first place.
Once your IVA is complete you will get a fresh start to begin rebuilding your credit rating.

Fees

IVA costs are charged for the preparation of your proposal and the administration of the arrangement for the full term (usually 5 years) these costs are charged from the monthly contributions you make into the IVA and are not in addition. Costs will only be recovered on approval of your arrangement and once you commence making payments to it. The fees for preparation of the proposal to creditors and calling the meeting for creditors to vote on its approval are called nominees fees, the fees for running the arrangement once approved are called supervisors fees. There are also some expenses incurred in the running of the arrangement such as the registration fee and the statutory insurance that needs to be taken by law, these are called disbursements. For our arrangements, the total of all of these is £3,650 although this may be adjusted by creditors when they vote on whether to accept. No matter what the end total of costs come to, you can be rest assured that these will be taken from the monthly payment we agree with you.