Finding the path to what’s next
Enjoy financial freedom in three simple steps.
Begin again
Understand where you are, and where you can be. Discover your new journey towards financial freedom.
Alleviate your stress
Experiencing debt is overwhelming and stressful. We will provide you with options to a fresh start.
Speak to experts in the field
With over 20 years experience in personal insolvency, our in-house registered trustee will guide you through the process.
Discover your new path
Personal Insolvency is when you’re dealing with unmanageable debt and unable to meet your repayments. It can be incredibly overwhelming when your personal debts begin to accrue, it is important to know of your options. Sometimes people experience debt to circumstances beyond their control, and it’s okay. In Australia, over 20,000 people enter into personal insolvency. There is always light at the end of the tunnel, outlined in the Bankruptcy Act 1966 there are numerous options you can enter to get on the front foot of your personal finances.
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Solutions to financial freedom
Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy is the legal process when you are unable to pay your debts. It is a process that begins by submitting a statement of your financial affairs to declare you are personally insolvent. During this process your trustee will be responsible for communicating to your creditors as they begin to sell your assets to repay your debts. The bankruptcy process usually lasts three years, providing you with a clean slate.
Learn moreDebt Agreements
A debt agreement is a legally binding agreement between you and your creditors. The agreement states terms on repaying your debts over a period of time, usually from 3-5 years. To begin, your financial advisor will lodge your proposal to your creditors to pay a percentage of your total debt. Your creditors will then vote on your proposal, given they approve you will then begin to make repayments to your debt agreement administrator.
Learn moreCreditor Negotiations
Offering a more informal approach to your financial freedom, creditor negotiations include informal debt agreements and personal insolvency agreements. This process involves an expert financial advisor to negotiate with your creditors on repayments that are affordable to you.
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Have a confidential chat with our in-house Trustee to assess your situation.
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We will talk you through your options and pathways to financial freedom.
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Speak to one of our experts now for a free consultation.
Enter your details below or call 1300 750 599.
Enter your details below or call 1300 750 599.