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How long does debt review last?

Last updated 13 November 2026 · General information, not legal or financial advice

And if they find that you’re over-indebted, you’re entitled to a debt check. Before you head to the car dealer, check with your credit advisor and discuss the pros and cons of taking out a loan. Once the debt counselor creates an affordable monthly budget and repayment plan for you, you can start your journey to financial freedom with some breathing room and better security without more creditors bothering you. Failure to make your payments or not pay them at all could result in your creditors taking legal action against you, repossessing your assets and even making you lose any payments you’ve already made on the debt.

However, if you still need to finance your day-to-day expenses through loans, contact your debt counselor and discuss how they can help you get a better budget each month.

Who can remove the debt check?

If a consumer decides to cancel before the 17.2 form is issued, they still need a comprehensive action plan to process all current debts. Only points a, c and d would result in the debt review process being completed and the significance for the debt review removed from the consumer’s credit reports. According to the recommendation of over-indebtedness (Form 17), a consumer can only withdraw from the debt assessment after Form 17.

Can you get a loan while in debt?

Once you’ve opened a debt consolidation loan, you can improve your score by making timely or early payments. Your payment history makes up 35% of your FICO score. Remember that a prequalification means you’re likely to qualify for the loan, but that’s not a guarantee. Although it can be difficult to obtain this type of loan with bad credit, there are several things you can do to increase your loan approval rates.

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