Ascent Reviews 585

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Evaluating 66 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently highlight the staff as incredibly helpful, polite, and understanding, often going above and beyond to assist with difficult situations. People consistently praise the exceptional customer service, noting that interactions are pleasant, supportive, and empathetic, making complex processes much less stressful. However, some customers were dissatisfied with the service regarding payment and contact. These individuals reported issues with unresponsiveness to emails and phone calls, leading to potential delays in critical matters like property sales and difficulties in accessing funds. Some also mentioned a lack of clear communication and accountability, causing significant anxiety and financial distress.

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Staff

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Customer service

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Service

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Customer communications

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Payment

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mr Blore was excellent to work alongside in getting to a result that both parties were happy with. His information and help was clear and precise but delivered in a friendly way. This made getting t... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Whilst talking to Mary, she was extremely patient and understanding of what I am going. Taking the time to allow me to explain and giving me time to 'gather myself'. Mary gave me important informatio... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everyone I spoke too has gone above and beyond what I have expected.there were compassionate and understanding , and did everything were could too help resolve the situation.the one lady I spoke too... See more

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Company details

  1. Money & Insurance

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Established in 2009, Ascent Performance Group Ltd is one of the UK’s largest specialist debt recovery law firms. The firm has experience across all major areas of debt recovery, collections, mediation, litigation, field services, enforcement, and mortgage lender services. Our clients consist of many of the UK’s leading players in banking, including both secured and unsecured lenders, together with other global and UK blue-chip companies in the private sector.


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

585 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was really good experience in the…Ascenti physios

It was really good experience in the physio for my treatment.
Mr Ajay Joshi gave me the excellent explanation and advices.
The stretching exercises which given me really great results.
I am do happy to suggest to my friends and family.

16 September 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback, to assist our review of your experience, please can you provide your Ascent reference.
Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Claire has been terrific

Claire has been terrific. Very understanding and sympathetic. Will listen and offer support where it is needed. She has given me confidence to get things moving forward in a very difficult situation.

15 September 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, i will pass on your comments to Claire and her team leader.

Kind regards,
Kimberly Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The call handler Claire very caring…

The call handler Claire very caring empathetic and listened to what I was saying very helpful and explained every step clearly

11 September 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, i will pass on your comments to Claire and her team leader.

Kind regards,
Kimberly Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Causing me so much stress and anxiety

Having an absolute terrible time with this company .Finding them causing me undue anxiety and stress .So many people dealing with important issues with regards to house sales. Definitely only interested in the collection of the money and not the customer at heart .I have had nothing but poor communication and service .Repeatedly telling them a very complicated situation and I’ve waited over a week to have replies to my solicitors .Trying to issue final demands without issuing it to the persons address .Causing me so much anxiety and do not care .They have no slowed down a house sales and now we might end up losing the house sale if they take any longer to reply to our emails showing evidence of the house sale that made clear they wanted to see. Ive spoken on the phone and I’ve had 2 different solicitors contact them and nobody has had any replies. Sent countless emails to ensure the sale of the house can continue so that they can receive the outstanding amount quickly to close the account but in Scotland I don’t seem to be getting the same service mentioned in the great reviews you have for England .As POA and trying to resolve this matter paying out money for solicitors emails it’s disgusting how I am being treated and feel so helpless.I hope someone in the management team sees this communication and helps me.I am suffering a double bereavement and mentally drained by this lack of help by Ascent via Irwin Mitchell .

31 August 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback, to assist our review of your experience, please can you provide your Ascent reference.
Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer service is exceptional

Customer service is exceptional. You feel at home straight away. They are sympathetic, friendly and supportive especially required when you are under pressure choosing a new home. The properties are beautiful too! I highly commend Andrea at Wayside Point , Lynn and Bella at Choppington whose help and advice are excellent and truly appreciated.

19 August 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. I cant seem to locate details of the colleagues you have made reference too and we don't offer properties. It may be that your experience was with another company, please can you review?

Kind regards,
Kimberly Phethean
Customer Experience Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great advice and very satisfied

21 August 2025
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Reply from Ascent

We are happy you have such a positive experience. Thank you for sharing your comments. We will pass on the positive feedback.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good People

In the beginning I was very scared to talk to someone about the problem I was having but Claire has been very supportive throughout and very sympathetic.
Thank you very much Claire for being so kind

5 August 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you so much for sharing your kind words, I'll be sure to pass this on to Claire.

Kind regards
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mortgage arrears

Steve was polite and explained the situation with clarity and tried to be of as much assistance as his position allowed. By discussing my position and sorting a payment plan he made me feel less anxious about my situation even though I hate owing money.

24 July 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to express your appreciation for Steve - I'll be sure to pass on the comments to him and his line manager.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very Helpful and Certainly not Debt Collectors,

Firstly THEY ARE NOT DEBT COLLECTORS,

I was initially in panic mode when I saw the missed calls and messages, as I have severe anxiety and ADD, and had an awful experience with my Building Society debt collection practices last year.

But based on the majority of reviews on here, it seemed as if Ascent was actually a decent go-between company.

I plucked up the courage to speak to Suaun on the phone and arranged a home visit. He arrived on time and was helpful, calming and professional. He worked through all my numbers and said he would then prepare a report for my Lender.

He completely understood my issues and was really helpful. If you are contacted by Ascent, they are not chasing you for money; they are simply providing a service that will hopefully help you move forward with your lender.

22 July 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you so much for taking the time to reach out and provide feedback about your visit with Shaun - I'm really pleased he has left such a positive impression. I will be sure to share this feedback with him and his manager.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very understanding and caring staff

I've had several calls with Acent and on ever occasion the staff have been incredible kind, understanding, emapthetic and helpful; not something one usually associates with finance/legal companies.

They provided a lot of extra support and advice to help me through an extremely tough time,
Thankyou

18 July 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you so much for your kind words - I am pleased you have a positive experience in dealing with our advisors - I will pass on the feedback to the team.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Clare From Ascent was pleasant

Clare From Ascent was pleasant, informative and very helpful, efficient and kind. Top marks thank you 🙏

17 July 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to write a review for Clare, I'm glad you had a pleasant experience. I'll be sure to pass on your kind words!

Kind regards
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

spoke to Vanessa today.

spoke to Vanessa today.
Very, very good so helpful went above and beyond with
My question s .

16 July 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to provide a review for Vanessa, I'm pleased you found your conversation to be helpful. I will be sure to share this with her.

Kind regards
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Carol Greenwood

Carol Greenwood
The consultant I spoke with went above and beyond to help me resolve my current problem and resolved the problem with her utter professionalism
Fantastic customer service and communication.

15 July 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, its great to see that our colleagues are going above and beyond for our customers - i'll certainly share your comments with Carol!

Thanks,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional in-person service—couldn’t recommend more highly!

Gary E was calm, compassionate, and incredibly supportive throughout our meeting. He patiently listened and offered genuinely helpful advice tailored to my circumstances. I found it so refreshing to speak face-to-face with someone who listens—rather than having to explain everything from scratch to a new person over the phone each time. This kind of personal service makes such a huge difference when you're in difficult circumstances. Highly recommend!

25 June 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review for Gary, we will be sure to pass on your comments to him.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I finally got up the courage to speak…

I finally got up the courage to speak to a company I didn't know, about really serious mortgage arrears with Santander.
And I mean REALLY serious.
Liked two+ freaking years-worth.
I ended up speaking with a guy called MJ.
English was obviously not his first language from the outset - and at first I was skeptical.
But as it turned out, he was the kindest, most patient, and most helpful man.
Here was me, avoiding my biggest ever worry for two years+ and I finally got up the gumption to ring.
We worked through existing debt, what I need to pay first (like Council Tax before mortgage!) and other stuff, with never a word of demand or legal threat.
I'm off the phone just 30 mins, with the hugest burden off my mind, you would not believe.
If you've got any sort of debt that this company is trying to manage for you - RING THEM.
They are honest, good people, and they are really, truly, there to help.
From a very, very grateful customer.

1 July 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. Your courage to address such a significant issue after two years is truly commendable. It's heartening to hear that MJ provided you with the support and understanding you needed during this stressful time. Your comments about your conversation is a testament to the genuine care and assistance that the team offers. I'm glad that a huge burden has been lifted off your mind, and I hope others in similar situations find the same relief and support. Your recommendation means a lot, and I'm sure it will encourage others to seek the help they need. Thank you once again for your kind words and for trusting us. We will ensure that MJ receives this feedback.

Kind regards,
Kimberly Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ms Cynthia Ighavongbe has patiently…

Ms Cynthia Ighavongbe has patiently communicated and went through a payment plan for me, I shall look forward to resolve this matter under the payment plan.

25 June 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you so much for sharing your comments for Cynthia, we will pass this feedback on to her.

Thanks
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very caring to the situation i am in

Very caring to the situation i am in, always helpful and bery understanding

19 June 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thanks for taking the time to provide us with the above feedback Mr Cowan!

Kind regards
Kimberly Phethean
Customer Experience Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I spoke to Matthew a couple of weeks…

I spoke to Matthew a couple of weeks ago. He explained everything to me so clearly and helped me understand this so difficult and confusing process. Matthew should be credited for his ability to speak to people and diffuse situations as for the first time ever after speaking about this I was able to relax because of Matthew’s sympathy to my situation thanks so much Matthew

16 May 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review for Matthew, we will pass on the feedback to him.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Every time I have spoken with Claire…

Every time I have spoken with Claire she puts me at ease, and my call with her today was no different.
She is professional and knowledgeable and understanding.
Thank you for listening to me today

13 June 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for sharing your feedback for Claire. We will pass on your kind words.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience was very great

My experience was very great. I received Excellent guide and support received from the staff

12 June 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review, I will pass feedback on to the team.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

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