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• Help with debt and rent arrears on Universal Credit

  You might be able to get financial help if you're on Universal Credit and are in debt, have rent arrears or are struggling with money

• Offering to let someone from Ukraine stay with you

  Check if you or your family members can apply to the ‘Homes for Ukraine’ scheme and what it will mean if you do

• Check your options for getting out of debt

  Find out what help is available if you’re struggling to pay your debts, including breathing space, debt management plans, administration orders, IVAs, DROs and bankruptcy.

• Accessing your bank account after going bankrupt

  Explains the options for your day-to-day banking needs after you go bankrupt, as your existing bank account will be frozen

• Changing your claimant commitment

  Find out how to get your Universal Credit claimant commitment changed if your work coach asks you to do too much work-related activity as part of your claim

• Getting your money back if you paid by card or PayPal

  Check how to get a refund if you paid for something by credit card, debit card, charge card, or PayPal. Find out about 'Section 75' and 'chargeback

• How to get sick pay

  What to tell your employer and when you should tell them if you're off sick, how sick pay is paid and doctor's note.

• Buying a home

  Get information on the process of buying a house. Check how to get a mortgage, how to make an offer and what to consider if you’re buying with others

• Check your employment status

  Find out what your employment status is so you can understand how it affects your rights

• Creditors still chasing you after you go bankrupt

  Explains the situations when some creditors may still be able to contact you, after you go bankrupt