Carl has just lost his job
While looking for work and sorting out benefits, Carl missed payments and feels he needs help.
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Need more help from us? Take a look at the stories below to find out how we’ve supported people in similar situations. While the names are made up and the photos are of actors, they’re the sort of problems our advisers help with every day.
While looking for work and sorting out benefits, Carl missed payments and feels he needs help.
He doesn't get paid while he's out of work, and now Tomasz is beginning to worry that he can't pay his next bill.
Some days she's fine, but recently her low mood and difficulty concentrating have affected Ruth's finances.
She wants to help Alice with her money problems, but Helen is frustrated as she doesn't know what she can do about it.
Worried about his illness, concerned about how it's affecting his family, and anxious about money, John feels overwhelmed...
She doesn't know what implications her divorce will have on her finances; Kath needs some advice.
Feeling guilty and unable to stop, Ray is spending too much money gambling. Now he's finding it difficult to pay the bills.
She's always been careful with her finances, but now she's on less money Mira is worried she can't cover the bills.
He'd come to rely on his credit card, but Samir doesn't know how to afford the repayments.
His final exams start soon, and he's worried about being able to afford his card payments.
Losing her partner has changed everything; Maureen feels too overwhelmed to think about how to handle the finances.
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As soon as you think you might be facing financial difficulties, give us a call. It could make things much easier.
Before you pick up the phone, it’s a good idea to jot down some notes about your income and spending. And set some time aside – we’ll want to understand your situation in detail, so you might be talking for a while.
If you’re worried you’ll miss a payment, contact us – we’re here Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm, Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 6pm.
If you’ve missed a payment on your Barclaycard, you might be able to pay it using the Barclaycard app.
Alternatively, you can contact us – we’re here Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm, Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 6pm.
Calls to 0800 numbers are free from UK landlines. Mobile charges may vary. Find out more about call charges.
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