Recent News Articles
Is a budget surplus a problem for household debt?
Does a budget surplus achieved this month have a positive or negative effect on household debt and the average family?
Thursday, 23rd August 2018
Mental health at work report. Is mental health becoming "less taboo"
The British Chamber of commerce suggests mental health at work is becoming less taboo as employers are beginning to offer more support. Are You Owed Money Ltd takes a look at the trends and our own practices in relation to mental health at work.
Friday, 10th August 2018
Bristol Council to adopt new debt collection strategies
AYOM's latest news blog looks into Bristol council deciding against traditional council debt collection strategies of calling bailiffs and court action early over mediation and early intervention.
Wednesday, 8th August 2018
Over-aggressive councils not outsourcing to debt collection agencies
A debt collection agency will mediate and ensure both sides are able to find the best resolution rather than seek immediate aggressive actions. A recent report by MPs suggest many local authorities are instead selecting to chase debtors harshly from the beginning. Could they benefit from the experts?
Tuesday, 31st July 2018
Debt Recovery Automation - Paypal causes distress to grieving spouse
PayPal Automated Debt Recovery failure causes distress. Widower receives letters demanding payment following his wife's death from cancer.
Monday, 16th July 2018
Credit check service failure after £500m Capita contract?
Is the government wrong granting a contract to a highest risk vendor? Has there been a credit check service failure by granting a £500m contract to Capita?
Thursday, 5th July 2018
Company Voluntary Agreements: A small company’s nightmare?
Could a CVA do more harm than good when it comes to small creditors chasing big businesses?
Wednesday, 13th June 2018
Debt recovery and the importance of due diligence
After Virgin Mobile sought debt recovery from an 88 year old Dementia sufferer for £38, we looked at the importance of conducting due diligence
Thursday, 31st May 2018
Council to write off over £3m of debts
East Renfrewshire council has been scrutinised as it writes off over £3m of unpaid debts while raising council tax
Monday, 23rd April 2018
‘Big 6’ accountant firms face vetted appointments
Following Carillion collapse and the links between former Carillion employees in charge of their audits, the FRC will now play a direct hand in top appointments.
Monday, 16th April 2018
Recent News
Business insurance claim payouts total £5m a week say statistics
Wednesday, 27th March 2019
HMRC drops seizure of goods for automated attachment of earnings orders
Wednesday, 20th February 2019
Citizens Advice release statement after ombudsman bailiff findings highlight poor tactics
Tuesday, 19th February 2019
Unpaid wages cause Liverpool worker potential legal issues
Wednesday, 23rd January 2019
Bailiffs under scrutiny following reports highlighting poor practices
Wednesday, 28th November 2018