Life after your Trust Deed starts here
From finishing your Trust Deed, to rebuilding your credit history, our guides walk you through the journey, one step at a time.
Note: the information contained in this Hub is intended for residents of Scotland. This guide is for general education and should not be considered financial or debt advice. Don't reside in Scotland? - Visit our IVA page instead.
Note: This information is intended for people living in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. It provides general guidance, and not financial or debt advice. Reside in Scotland? - Visit our Trust Deed page instead.
What you need to know about your credit history and Trust Deeds
Rebuilding your credit score takes time
When it comes to your credit score, it’s common to expect everything to change the moment your Trust Deed ends. In reality, your credit history, and therefore your credit score, will  update over time. This can be over several months or even years.
Frequently asked questions
A Trust Deed stays on your credit report for six years from the date it starts. If your Trust Deed lasts less than six years, it will remain on your credit report until that six-year point.
Start by checking that your records are up to date. Keep your completion certificate, review your credit reports with Experian, Equifax and TransUnion, and check that your Trust Deed is no longer showing as active.
You should also check the Register of Insolvencies and make sure any information that should have been updated has been corrected.
Start with small, manageable steps. Check your credit reports for errors, make sure your details are accurate, get on the electoral roll if you can, and keep regular bills and payments organised.
If you choose to use credit again, take it slowly and only borrow what you can comfortably afford to repay. Building a positive credit history is about consistency over time, not finding a quick fix.
It’s common for your credit score to still be low after your Trust Deed ends. Your score reflects your wider credit history, including defaults and the limited opportunity to build credit history while your Trust Deed was in place.
Your score won’t change overnight just because your Trust Deed has finished. Rebuilding takes time, and your credit history updates gradually.
A Trust Deed can limit your mortgage options, or larger credit options (like a loan) in the short-term after your Trust Deed completes. This is because your Trust Deed and defaulted credit accounts remain on your credit file for six years after the start of your arrangement.
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There are some specialist mortgage lenders that may be able to offer you a mortgage after completing a Trust Deed —but be aware that they usually charge higher interest than the market average.
Your Trust Deed is based on the terms agreed with your Trustee, including how long you’ll make payments and how your assets are dealt with.
If your circumstances change or you’re considering paying more towards your Trust Deed, speak to your Trustee before making any changes. They can explain what your options are and how they could affect your arrangement.
Start building your credit today
Please wait until you've successfully completed your Trust Deed before considering Loqbox membership.
Improvements to your credit score are not guaranteed.
Missing payments to Loqbox or other credit accounts may harm your score.


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