Gregory Pennington Reviews 61

TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.6

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was directed here by another provider and I'm so pleased I was. Been with this company now around 3 months. From start to finish was treated well did not look down on me for being in this situatio... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Over the last 12 months, I have been becoming more and more concerned about my situation, after several weeks of having the confidence to get in touch with G.P, I can honestly say I made the right dec... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am with Gregory Pennington and my debt has been reduced considerably only a few more thousand pounds to repay but I thank them to stop 11 creditors from asking money every week.i was down to borrow... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Been with them a few years but dont seem to be going nowhere they are slow to respond and near on impossible to get in touch with after checking with a creditor that they said I owed 3 x more then wh... See more

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  1. Credit Counseling Service

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Helping people deal with debt since 1993 We're proud to have helped over 400,000 people get out of debt. Whatever problems you're up against, we could help you too.


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3.6

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

61 reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Diabolical service

Been with them a few years but dont seem to be going nowhere they are slow to respond and near on impossible to get in touch with after checking with a creditor that they said I owed 3 x more then what I did and got confirmation to say I owed way less I thought enough was enough useless people

10 November 2025
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Reply from Gregory Pennington

Hi Jacqueline,

We're sorry to hear this is your experience and that you've received slow responses. This is not the level of service we expect from ourselves.

From our records, our team have now clarified that this was due to an incorrect balance provided to us from your lender.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused but pleased that this has now been resolved.

Thanks,
Gregory Pennington.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They charge hidden PPI

Used this company a few years back to help me get out of debt, Later found out they had charged me PPI for years by hiding under a different name. When I called to complain they fobbed me off. Avoid like the plague, they have no interest in getting you out of debt, they just want the fees out of you.

4 December 2023
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Reply from Gregory Pennington

Thanks for your feedback.

So we can investigate what has happened further, please provide further details to personalfinancemanager@financialwellnessgroup.co.uk

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My account was closed due to repayment…

My account was closed due to repayment of debt however that wasn’t the case I have since had to set up payment plans on two creditors because I was miss informed - have since been contacted by Natalie who has investigated my account and rectified my issue and resolved my account to bring the balance to zero quickly and efficiently thank you so much for your help

25 November 2024
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Reply from Gregory Pennington

Thanks for taking the taking the time to feedback and bringing this to our attention.
We're sorry to hear about the lenders errors at the end of your plan. Thanks for speaking with our colleague Natalie, we're pleased we've been able to help you resolve the issue.
Best of luck for the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kept me informed all through the process.

Kept me informed all through the process. Clear instructions and guidance delivered in a kind, understanding, compassionate manner. I would whole- heartedly recommend Gregory Pennington.***** service.
Thank you again Robert.

8 November 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Gregory Pennington was not releasing…

Gregory Pennington was not releasing money to some of my creditors. This only came to light when one creditor came to my home and showed me no payments had been made. The lady from GP who was my advisor was the rudest person I've had the misfortune to deal with. I ended up cancelling my payment plan and paying all my creditors directly. They now trade under Money Wellness and Step Change I believe

30 June 2023
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Reply from Gregory Pennington

We are sorry to read this is your experience, we are passionate about our customers and the service we provide. Please contact us on 0161 672 8989 or email personalfinancemanager@financialwellnessgroup.co.uk so that we can understand what has happened, look into your case and address your concerns.
We are here to help.
Thanks, Gregory Pennington.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Fraud- they do not pay your debt off…

Fraud- they do not pay your debt off and keep your money. Look at their profits on company house. They are earning millions of pounds by abusing vulnerable people with money problems.

27 December 2023
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Reply from Gregory Pennington

Hi. Thanks for taking the time to feedback. We've attempted to request further information to help address your concerns.

So we can look in to your case and help you please email us at personalfinancemanager@financialwellnessgroup.co.uk or call us on 0161 393 7157 so that one of our colleagues can contact you and address your concerns.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

avoid like the plague

Gregory Pennington used to be a great company and so helpful. Now its a different story, they were bought by Money Wellness and since then there customer service has massively gone down hill. They constantly don't pay all my creditors even though i pay every month, they send me documents to sign which I do then they e-mail to cancel my plan, they are so dis-organised. PLEASE PLEASE CHOOSE A GOOD COMPANY TO HELP WITH YOUR DEBTS, AVOID THESE JOKERS LIKE THE PLAGUE

12 December 2023
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Reply from Gregory Pennington

We are sorry to read this is your experience, we are passionate about our customers and the service we provide. We understand that one of our team have been in contact to rectify the situation and address your concern.
Please don't hesitate to contact us if you require any further information at dmpcustomerservice@moneywellness.com

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have used GP twice during my…

I have used GP twice during my difficult years in and out of work and struggling. Saved me from some serious issues and I can't thank them enough.

15 May 2023
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Reply from Gregory Pennington

Thank you for taking the time to feedback your experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reading the one star reviews is…

Reading the one star reviews is baffling. What are these people talking about? This company saved my life. Absolute stars. Thanks to them I am debt FREE and intend to stay that way. Thank you,

18 April 2023
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Reply from Gregory Pennington

Thank you for taking the time to feedback your experience. We wish you the best of luck for the future.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

These people are useless

These people are useless. Avoid avoid avoid.

I have left them and joined another company due to their lack of support empathy and they just don’t know what they are doing.

13 April 2023
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Reply from Gregory Pennington

We are sorry to read this is your experience, we are passionate about our customers and the service we provide. One of our colleagues attempted to contact you to look into your case and address your concerns.
Please email personalfinancemanager@financialwellnessgroup.co.uk if you would like to discuss this further or require any information.
We wish you the best of luck for the future.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

After being with GP for 12 years my…

After being with GP for 12 years my debts have only reduced by 5 grand.
In talks with another company they can make me debt free in 5 years and have removed all intrest.
I used to recommend GP but not any more.
I feel I have wasted my time and money with them

22 January 2023
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Reply from Gregory Pennington

We are sorry to read this is your experience, we are passionate about our customers and the service we provide. Please contact us on 0161 393 7157 so that one of our colleagues can contact you to look into your case and address your concerns.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Only one star as can’t leave with…

Only one star as can’t leave with none!! Was with Gregory Pennington for many years never missed a payment but my debts never seemed to reduce! Then after about 5 or so years with them my husband got a phone call telling us we are no longer entitled to their service and had to call all of our debts and pay them off ourselves!!! No explanation or anything?! Left us high and dry we NEVER missed a payment to them!! So we had to take a loan through our parents to pay the rest of the debts, we had 24 hrs to contact all debts and sort it out ourselves then also found some companies were receiving pittance to what we was told we were paying them! AVOID AT ALL COSTS.

30 January 2022
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