Help to pay your bills

There is support available if you are struggling to pay your bills on time.

You can also find money saving tips on the Help for Households campaign website.

Rent payments

Falling behind on paying your rent is a stressful situation but there is help available. It could save you from putting your home at risk.

If you are a council tenant or leaseholder

Council tenants or leaseholders can find more information on our Pay your rent webpage.

You can also can find more information on the debt support we offer.

If you rent from a private landlord

If you are experiencing difficulties, contact your landlord as soon as possible.

You should discuss the problem and work together to help you get back on track.

Citizen's advice

Citizen's Advice can offer support if you are:

  • a private renter
  • in debt on your rent
  • struggling to maintain rent payments

More information is available on the Citizen's Advice website

Mortgage payments support

If you are behind on your mortgage payments, do not panic.

Make sure you contact your mortgage provider and discuss your situation with them. Your mortgage provider cannot take court action to repossess your home before exploring all options with you.

Citizens Advice has dedicated support and advice on mortgage problems on their website.

Council Tax

We can offer support to Birmingham residents struggling to pay their Council Tax.

Find out more on our Council Tax web pages.

Energy bills

Everyone has experienced the rise in energy costs in recent times.

If you are finding it hard to pay your energy bill, or worried about how much it is costing, then we have more information to help you on our website.

Other ways to make the most of your money

We have information on help:

Page last updated: 9 April 2024

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