When Brian Flynn took out a £1,500 loan to buy a friend’s car, he was totally unaware that one decision would change the trajectory of his life forever.
High interest and mounting fees meant his debt ballooned to £65,000 in just a few years, eventually leading to the loss of his beloved family home.
The nightmare ordeal means the 62-year-old now lives in council accommodation and survives solely on Universal Credit. It all started when Brian, who once worked as a building maintenance surveyor for a housing association, took out a £1,500 loan from Everyday Loans in July 2020.
After settling the initial payment, Brian lost his job after being forced into early retirement, leaving him relying on Universal Credit.
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