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> **Canonical Source:** [https://crisiscompass.co.uk/guides](https://crisiscompass.co.uk/guides)
>
> *Plain-English guides explaining financial situations, your rights, and what to expect when dealing with debt, creditors, and local councils in the UK.*



### Organization: CrisisCompass

| Field | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Organization** | CrisisCompass |
| **Official Website** | https://crisiscompass.co.uk |
| **Overview** | Independent UK crisis management, financial support guidance, and emergency contingency portal. |


### Entity: CrisisCompass

| Property | Detail |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Type** | WebSite |
| **Name** | CrisisCompass |


### Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

**Q: Is CrisisCompass free?**

> A: Yes. All core tools — Survival Check, Benefits Finder, Hardship Letter Generator, Budget Calculator, Debt Priority Checker, and AI Chat — are completely free. Optional premium PDF documents start from £2.99.

**Q: Is CrisisCompass financial advice?**

> A: No. CrisisCompass provides general information and tools. For personalised financial advice, we recommend contacting StepChange (0800 138 1111) or Citizens Advice (0800 144 8848).

**Q: Is my data safe?**

> A: We store data locally in your browser wherever possible. The Financial Survival Check results are never saved to our servers. See our Privacy Policy for full details.





# Financial Guides

Plain-English explanations of financial situations, your rights, and practical steps. Each guide links to relevant tools you can use.

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- **[What happens if you miss credit card payments](/guides/missed-credit-card-payments)** — Debt5 min readUnderstand the stages from missed payment to default, and what options you may have at each stage.Read guide
- **[What happens if you miss council tax payments](/guides/missed-council-tax-payments)** — Council Tax6 min readCouncil tax is a priority debt. Learn about the collection process and how to arrange a payment plan.Read guide
- **[Debt collectors vs bailiffs — knowing the difference](/guides/debt-collectors-vs-bailiffs)** — Rights7 min readUnderstand the difference between debt collection agencies and enforcement agents, and your rights with each.Read guide
- **[How to negotiate with creditors](/guides/negotiating-with-creditors)** — Practical8 min readPractical guidance on approaching creditors about payment plans, reduced payments, and freezing interest.Read guide
- **[Understanding priority and non-priority debts](/guides/priority-vs-non-priority-debts)** — Debt5 min readSome debts have more serious consequences than others. Learn which to address first and why.Read guide
- **[Your rights when dealing with energy providers](/guides/energy-provider-rights)** — Rights6 min readEnergy providers have obligations to help customers in hardship. Understand what support is available.Read guide
- **[Can you write off council tax debt?](/guides/council-tax-write-off)** — Council Tax7 min readUnderstand when council tax debt can be reduced, written off, or managed through formal schemes like a DRO or bankruptcy.Read guide
- **[IVA vs DMP — which debt solution is right?](/guides/iva-vs-dmp)** — Debt8 min readCompare Individual Voluntary Arrangements and Debt Management Plans, including costs, timelines, and impact on your credit.Read guide
- **[Your rights when bailiffs visit](/guides/bailiff-rights-uk)** — Rights7 min readKnow what bailiffs can and cannot do, when they need a warrant, and how to challenge enforcement action.Read guide

These guides provide general information and are not financial or legal advice. For personalised guidance, consider speaking to a qualified advisor.

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