Common signs of financial abuse
Debt advisers should be aware of common signs of financial abuse, especially when dealing with a vulnerable client – eg:
•personal items which are missing;
•an unexplained lack of funds;
•money being withdrawn from accounts without explanation;
•someone managing the client’s financial affairs being evasive or unco-operative;
•the client’s family or friends show an unusual interest in their assets;
•rent is unpaid or the client is facing eviction;
•a client with high financial resources living in poor living conditions;
•unusual/unrecognised entries on the client’s credit report.