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Help - my ex tells me he cannot give me any money

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notsureinnots · 28/01/2011 12:51

So, my DH and I separated in October, and tbh he's been very good about giving me money toasted the house and DC. He's now decided that he is not going back to his job, from his current sick leave, as he is so unhappy there. Consequently, he tells me today that he's not sure how much money he can give to me. Once the house is sold, this would be fine, and I would have expected less from him. However, until then, I need to pay bills and credit repayments, and can't manage without his input. I'm not sure how to handle this. Should I go for an IVA? Contact the people we owe money to and try to gain some breathing space? Anyone been in a similar situation? What would you do? Thanks

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Chil1234 · 28/01/2011 15:00

Sounds like you need to talk about this some more, especially as you have children. If you could give him a deadline for the house-sale... say six months... could he stick it out at his unhappy job for that long? Also... make sure you're getting all the help you're entitled to in the form of tax credits and other benefits.

If your debts are a problem then talk to a free debt advice service such as National Debtline or CCCS. Moneybox link IVAs are just one option.

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