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Housing debts

Worry about the cost of housing is more and more common. It is stressful not knowing if you can stay in your home.

This section has practical advice and support on topics like:

  • House repossession
  • Rent arrears
  • Falling behind on your mortgage

Staying in your home is the priority. Talk to us if you are struggling.

We can:

  • Help you put together a budget
  • Help you talk to your lender or landlord
  • Advise you on avoiding eviction

Use our online debt advice tool or contact us to speak to an advisor.

Unlock your options as a homeowner


Find out more about how to deal with mortgage arrears, fixed rate ending, how debt can affect your home - and more.

Read our guides

Is your home at risk?

Free legal support is available.

The government's Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service can advise you on:


  • Illegal eviction
  • Rent arrears
  • Mortgage arrears
  • Issues with welfare benefits payments
  • Debt concerns
  • Disrepair and other problems with housing conditions

Get more information on free legal support