Harper McDermott Reviews 

162
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Considering 88 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their compassionate, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach, which makes interactions pleasant and puts people at ease. The customer service is frequently highlighted as outstanding, with queries dealt with quickly, effectively, and professionally. Many people appreciate the clear explanations and guidance provided, making complex financial situations easy and stress-free. People often mention feeling supported throughout their journey, leading to significant relief from stress and worry. The company's ability to provide solutions like payment breaks and manage outgoings effectively is highly valued. Overall, the service is described as exemplary, helping customers achieve financial stability and peace of mind.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely supberd service from start to finish, Constantly keep updated on case , Really helpful if you need to contact for any reason, Would definitely recommend to anyone struggling wit... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We all hope never to need a Trust Deed but if you do, don't hesitate to engage with Harper McDermott. Thomas has worked with us this year to solve a very complex financial situation. He provided us w... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Harper McDermott, and this Trust Deed has changed my life for the better. Debt felt like a black hole that no matter how hard I tried to pull myself out off, I just kept sinking deeper into. It felt h... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From my first contact with an advisor to the ongoing help and support they have been excellent. I only wished I'd gotten in touch with them sooner( waited a year) and I could have saved mysel... See more

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  1. Insolvency Service

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We are one of Scotland’s largest insolvency firms with over £250m of debts under our management. Our team of around 70 people are led by highly experienced managers with customer service always at the core of our business. Since 2009, Trust Deed Scotland®, part of the Harper McDermott group, has grown to be an established household name for debt help. Our advice team have helped over 30,000 people in Scotland with their unaffordable debt. Whether you have a Trust Deed or a Debt Payment Plan under the Debt Arrangement Scheme, we are here to answer your questions and support you at all times. Harper McDermott will support you every step of your debt journey, guiding you through key milestones and helping you navigate any changes in your circumstances along the way.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really helpful and friendly staff

Really helpful and friendly staff. Have taken a lot of my financial stress out of things.

October 3, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hello,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®. We really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Michelle from the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Harper McDermott’s service has been phenomenal …

Harper McDermott’s service has been fantastic from start till end. Highly recommend their services to anyone.

October 3, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Michelle from the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best thing I ever done to sort my debt

Best thing I ever done to sort my debt out. Top notch service and easy to apply. If you are struggling give them a call. Thank you!!

August 13, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Amy from the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everyone I have spoken to has been very…

Everyone I have spoken to has been very patient with me n understanding what a great team you have .

September 19, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi Isabel,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've recently just signed with Harper McDermott and couldn't be happier

I've recently just signed with Harper McDermott through the Trust deed scheme.

From start to finish they made the whole experience so easy.

Since signing I've had to make a couple of enquiries and each time the advisors I have dealt with have been able to deal with the issues straight away with no issues.

Couldn't ask for any better service

September 19, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi Andre,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Soreena from the debt advice team, and the customer service team at Harper McDermott to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

How can you say thy are grate

How can you say thy are grate ! When at a low time
Can’t say how much you helpt my life.

To any one in think your in trouble. Phone them. Trust them. Don’t berry head in the sand

September 16, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi Aaron,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Michelle from the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience actually changed my…

Great experience actually changed my life for the better thank you

September 19, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi Eilidh,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Martin from the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything was so straight forward,in…

Everything was so straight forward,in works I could understand and very patient with customers

September 10, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi Mags,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Martin from the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Every review that we receive is valued, because good or bad, your review will help us to improve the service we provide to our customers.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

When I phoned about enquiries it was…

When I phoned about enquiries it was dealt with and resolved.

September 4, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi Angela,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Martin from the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick to resolve any concerns

Efficient and clear response on call.

September 2, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi Rachel,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Michelle from the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience

Great experience. Couldn’t be more helpful and understanding,a pleasure.

September 10, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi Maggie,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Martin from the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Every review that we receive is valued, because good or bad, your review will help us to improve the service we provide to our customers.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easy to work with & contact good…

Easy to work with & contact good experience

September 10, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi David,

Congratulations on coming to the end of your debt solution! We appreciate you taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®.

We appreciate you taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®.

Remember, you can always get in touch with us at any point.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

From start and throughout been really…

From start and throughout been really easy to good.

September 4, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Michelle from the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Every review that we receive is valued, because good or bad, your review will help us to improve the service we provide to our customers.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Harper McDermott

Harper McDermott, and this Trust Deed has changed my life for the better. Debt felt like a black hole that no matter how hard I tried to pull myself out off, I just kept sinking deeper into. It felt hopeless, my physical and mental health was suffering as a result. Doing this trust deed has given me back my life. Debt often comes with a side of guilt and shame but the support I received from staff was empathetic, respectful and dignified. They explained clearly and helped me navigate the options. I will forever be grateful for their help.

August 28, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi May,

Congratulations on coming to the end of your debt solution! We really appreciate you taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®.

It’s inspiring to hear how much of a difference this has made for you, especially after such a difficult journey. We’re delighted that you felt supported with empathy, respect, and dignity throughout the process, and that you now feel free from the weight of debt.

Your kind words mean a lot to our team, and we’re so pleased to know we’ve been able to help you towards a brighter future.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trust Deed Scotland have been very helpful and supportive.

Trust Deed Scotland have been very helpful and supportive in my journey towards being debt free. As someone who buried their head in the sand for years I was scared to access support, but Trust Deed Scotland made this easy and pain free.

August 28, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi Ry,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're delighted to hear that you've found Amy from the customer service team to be helpful and that you've found the process easy and supportive, especially after feeling unsure about seeking help.

Taking that first step can be daunting, but it’s great to know you now feel reassured and on the path towards a brighter future.

We’ll continue to be here for you every step of the way.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great support throughout the whole…

Great support throughout the whole experience. Definitely recommend. Been amazing

August 14, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi Stacey,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Sean from the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great help at a time when I was most in…

Great help at a time when I was most in need of some financial assistance.

Everyone I spoke with showed genuine care and concern.

August 14, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi Stuart,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Andy from the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Don’t think just do .

From the day that I entered to the day of discharge the whole company was extremely thorough with my case , any problems/issues were totally dealt with as a matter of urgency , the full team were a breath of fresh air. Thank you all very much 👏👏👏👏👏👏

August 18, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi Graham,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Martin from the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Every review that we receive is valued, because good or bad, your review will help us to improve the service we provide to our customers.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly and professional

Friendly and professional
Very easy to work with, the team explain everything well and are always fast to respond to any questions, Very helpful.

August 20, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi Stuart,

Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland® - we really appreciate the review!

We're pleased to hear that you've found Andy from the customer service team to be helpful and that you're happy with the service received thus far.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Every review that we receive is valued, because good or bad, your review will help us to improve the service we provide to our customers.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I first contacted Harper McDermott…

When I first contacted Harper McDermott I was crippled with debt and had letters and phone calls constantly, just living in constant fear. Was an easy process setting it up. All I had to do was give my details and send some stuff over by email as in payslips etc. and they sorted the rest.

August 4, 2025
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Reply from Harper McDermott

Hi Euan,

Congratulations on coming to the end of your debt solution! We appreciate you taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®.

We appreciate you taking the time to come back and share your experience with Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®.

Remember, you can always get in touch with us at any point.

Kind regards,
Harper McDermott & Trust Deed Scotland®
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Every review that we receive is valued, because good or bad, your review will help us to improve the service we provide to our customers.

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