How to claim bankruptcy in Scotland
If you are wondering how to claim bankruptcy in Scotland, here is how to go about it.
Ways to Finance a Car
Buying a car is a big deal. It’s a lot of money for one purchase, but for many, owning a car is vital for them to get to work, pick up the children or just to get out and enjoy Scotland. But even if you have the cash to hand, is that the best way to finance a car? Or should you take out a loan and, if so, from where?
Financial Help in Scotland over Winter for Children
If you care for children or young adults under 18 and are looking for some financial help in Scotland, then we have some suggestions.
3 Steps To Help You Manage Your Money
Do you find yourself struggling to find money by the end of the month? Are you spending too much money, but not sure where it’s all going? We can help.
Coronavirus and Payment Holidays
The Coronavirus pandemic has hit everyone financially. In order to release the strain slightly, payment holidays from paying rent and mortgages have been made more readily available. Payment holidays are agreements you make with whoever you pay your mortgage or rent to. It means you don’t have to pay anything for up to a few […]
Financial Support During Coronavirus
Getting the financial support you need During the past few months, many people’s lives have been turned upside down by Coronavirus. Here at the East Dunbartonshire Citizens Advice Bureau, we’ve been helping where we can to ease the pressure put on the community. We’ve aimed to ensure that you are aware of all the financial […]
Nearly one third of people in Scotland worried about household finances
Financial difficulty due to Coronavirus Many people in East Dunbartonshire who may be experiencing financial difficulty as a result of the Coronavirus outbreak. We can offer help on what to do next. Research was recently commissioned by the Scottish Government in partnership with YouGov. Nearly a third of people across Scotland have already felt the […]
5 Tips for Dealing with Debt After Christmas
After the excesses of Christmas, it can be hard to re-adjust to normal life again in January. This can often be made worse by demands for money from everything we spent at the end of the year. Dealing with debt is important. If you need someone to talk to and work out ways to help, […]
How to Enjoy Half Term Holidays on a Budget
Half term holidays in Scotland are a great chance for your children to relax and enjoy some time off from studying and homework. However finding things to do can be expensive, and before you know it, costs have ratcheted up and your savings have dropped down. Here’s how can you keep costs down whilst entertaining […]
How to Avoid HMRC Phone Scams
Being Aware of HMRC phone scams Most people are well aware of the dangers posed by scammers online. These include bogus websites, hacked email accounts and even fake Facebook accounts. What is just as important to be aware of is the rising prevalence of phone scams. These can affect everyone who uses mobiles or landlines. One […]
Affordable Housing in Scotland
Ensuring Access to Affordable Housing in Scotland Citizen’s Advice Scotland (CAS) recently input into discussions around affordable housing in Scotland. We responded to the consultation on the proposed Fair Rents (Scotland) Bill. The Bill was a “…proposal to protect private sector tenants by introducing measures to limit rent increases and to increase the availability of information […]
Are you claiming your Carer’s Allowance Supplement (CAS)?
Did you know that you may be eligible for a Carer’s Allowance Supplement? This is an extra payment from the Scottish Government to carers in Scotland. If you are receiving a full or partial Carer’s Allowance payment from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP), then you may be eligible. If you are a Carer […]