What happens to my Trust Deed if I’m unemployed or lose my job?

The typical term of a Trust Deed is four years, so it’s quite possible a debtor’s employment situation will change during this time. If you’re in a Trust Deed and fear you may become unemployed, or have already lost your job, you need to know how it will affect your Trust Deed. So let’s look at how a Trust Deed works, and whether such a fundamental change in your circumstances is catered for in this legally-binding arrangement.

 By taking out a trust deed with Scotland Debt Solutions, you can ensure that all phone calls and letters from those you owe money to will stop. This is because we will take responsibility for liaising with your creditors and letting them you that you have entered into a trust deed, and that all further communication must go through us.

What to do if you become unemployed in a Trust Deed?

When the Trustee requests a variation, the reason for your job loss can be an important factor. If it was beyond your control, for example, creditors may be more sympathetic to your situation and agree to the variation for a period of time. If your only income now is state benefits, the Trustee cannot use this money to pay your Trust Deed, and if your benefits have already been used in this way you may be entitled to a refund.

Could the Trust Deed fail due to unemployment?

Whatever the circumstances that have led to your unemployment, the Trustee should do all they can to ensure the Trust Deed doesn’t fail. Applying for a variation in the Trust Deed is likely to be the first step, and this can give you time to look for a new job or otherwise improve your financial circumstances. Your finances will be reassessed, and the Trustee will bear in mind the interests of all parties. If creditors don’t agree to changes in the Trust Deed it’s possible that it could fail, leaving you facing legal action and potential sequestration.

Scotland Debt Solutions has been helping Scottish residents to escape debt since 1989. We are debt specialist and will guide you on your best options. Please contact one of our team to arrange a free same-day meeting – we work from four offices around Scotland.