Money worries?
If you’re in financial difficulty we’re here to help.
At Bumper, we understand the need to keep your car on the road to get you and your family from A to B. We also understand that sometimes, a little extra help is needed in times of financial stress.
If you’re finding it difficult to stay on top of your finances know that you’re not alone. We’ve compiled some stories of real people we've helped with flexible car repair finance options. Their names have been changed to protect their identities.
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George – diagnosed with cancer
George was diagnosed with cancer, that led to ongoing treatment and extended time off work. His partner took on the role of caregiver, dedicating their time and energy to supporting George through his illness.
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Meera – struggling with finances and no income
Meera suddenly found herself without an income when her benefits were unexpectedly stopped.
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Katherine – lost her husband and struggled with car repair bills
Katherine’s life took an unexpected and tragic turn when her husband died suddenly.
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Asim – injury resulting in time off work
Asim was unfortunately injured at work, leaving him with nerve damage. This resulted in a significant period of unemployment and reduced income. Due to this, Asim was behind on most of his bills resulting in his debt piling up.
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Mo – mental health struggles and new tyre bills
Mo found herself in a tough spot when her car's wheels needed replacing. The thought of shelling out the upfront cost for four brand-new tyres was overwhelming.
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Julia – helping pensioners with the cost-of-living crisis
Julia has been drawing her pension for three years, and budgeting carefully has always been a part of her routine.
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Stefan – how Bumper helped student Stefan
Stefan is a computer science student working part-time to help fund his studies. He needs his car to balance his busy schedule and get him between uni and his job on time.
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Emma – helping a new mum through financial hardship
Emma is currently on maternity leave, enjoying one of the most exciting periods of her life, adjusting to life as a new mum.
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Paul – how Bumper helped a single dad
Meet Paul, a dedicated single father of three energetic primary school-aged children. As the sole breadwinner, Paul has always had to budget carefully each month to keep up with the bills and ensure his kids have everything they need.
Need some help or advice?
Our support team are here to listen, understand and advise you on how to seek help to manage your finances.
Speak to our friendly support team on the phone, via live chat or by email.
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Other ways you can get help with your money worries
stepchange.org - the UK’s largest provider of free independent debt advice and managed solutions
nationaldebtline.org - offering free and independent debt advice over the phone and online
themoneycharity.org.uk - working to empower people across the UK to develop the skills and behaviours to make the most of their money
entitledto.co.uk - a free, online benefits calculator, that helps individuals calculate and understand the benefits they are entitled to
Or contact citizensadvice.org.uk for a full list of local financial advisors and debt counsellors
