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I got sick and now I am in financial trouble?

Asked by Just_Justine (6511points) January 2nd, 2010

I had a breakdown this year, after huge amounts of stress. I wont go into detail but it was serious. For 8 months I was useless. Due to this I fell back ONE month on payments, which of course made the due premiums too high. So I phoned the companies and arranged terms. However, now I have a bad credit rating. It just seems unfair as the more I pay the more interest I accrue and I am getting no where.

This is causing me more stress, which I don’t need.

I am in S.Africa, so our laws may be different. Plus my policies did not pay out. What I am asking is, how do you cope with people harassing you for money, emotionally. I am not coping, I feel like I will be set back many paces, if I do not come to terms with this all. (I am back at work but only earn commission so never know my income).

I would really appreciate some feedback. Much appreciated.

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Zen_Again's avatar

I can’t think of what to say except {{{hugs}}} @Just_Justine.

patg7590's avatar

do they have bankruptcy there?

patg7590's avatar

more importantly, know that you are a human being and as such you have immeasurable value. No one can take this from you.

You’re not your job. You’re not how much money you have in the bank. You’re not the car you drive. You’re not the contents of your wallet.

SarasWhimsy's avatar

I went through the same thing a couple of years ago, only I was much further behind than one month. I’m still playing catch up. I didn’t say anything to anyone for awhile but then they did the same thing (calling even though my scheduled payment wasn’t for a few days, etc) and finally I just told them “I had a nervous breakdown and nothing was paid. I am now trying to get back on track. These phone calls are not helping they are in fact harassment. If you do not cease and desist I will report you to <whatever business/government agency>”

My suggestion would be to find out what agency handles harassment phone calls and see if the ones you are receiving qualify as harassment.

Just_Justine's avatar

@patg7590 I can’t file for bankruptcy because of the line of work I am in. It would have huge repercussions I also live alone and have to earn money I can’t rely on anyone else I just need to pay my bills and debts

Dr_Lawrence's avatar

If Consumer Credit Counseling exists in S. Africa, they may be able to get your interest rates reduced so you can pay off you debts and restore your credit.

Sending a Hug as a gesture of support!

Just_Justine's avatar

@Dr_Lawrence made an appointment for Monday thanks to you :)

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