
Increase your income
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Increasing income can be difficult, so you need to ensure that you are obtaining all funds owed to you and benefits. It maybe you can get rid of surplus items you no longer want or need – these could be sold via an online auction site and can bring in some much needed income.
If you are employed and can take on overtime you could look to see if this would help to stabilise your finances until you can put in place longer term fixes. You do however need to be aware that any increase in your earnings may impact on any benefits you are receiving.
Tax
Ensure that you have the correct tax code, and are getting relief on work related expenses, if appropriate. If you have children, have you claimed the Children's Tax Credit? Check with your local H M Revenue and Customs Office for more information.
Benefits
Ensure that you are receiving all benefits you may be entitled to. The majority are means tested so will vary subject to your earnings. Check with the local Department for Work & Pensions.
Need more help? Call us on 0800 804 7447 or fill in our enquiry form and we'll get back to you.
Newcastle
Bulman House . Regent Centre
Gosforth . Newcastle upon Tyne
NE3 3LS
Tel 0191 285 0321
Fax 0191 284 9117
DX 60368
Northumberland
10 Manchester Street
Morpeth . Northumberland.
NE61 1BH
Tel 01670 513106
Fax 01670 504064
DX 62514
Tees Valley
Medway House . Fudan Way
Teesdale Park . Stockton on Tees
TS17 6EN
Tel 01642 676888
Fax 01642 605866
DX Stockton on Tees 10 723019


