Debt Consolidation Through Mortgage Refinancing – The Right Choice for You?
With the consumer debt levels in Canada reaching all-time highs over the last few years, money (or perhaps a lack of money) has been a common topic of conversation. As a result, debt relief is also a common subject, and it seems that no matter where you turn these days, debt reduction is the topic […]
Bankruptcy Trustee – Recognizing their Role
If you are drowning in debt and having trouble making even the minimum payment on any of your cards – or worse, not making them – it might be time to admit that you have a debt problem. Ignoring this problem will only end up making things worse, and so avoidance should never be an […]
Prepare for the Coming Holidays with a Debt Reduction Plan that Works!
With the holidays quickly approaching, the dollar signs may quickly begin to add up – this time of year never fails to leave the wallet feeling just a tad lighter. When you are in debt, the excitement brought on by this time of year can rapidly be overshadowed by the stress that comes with having […]
How Investment Advisors Can Better Protect Clients’ Portfolios in a Consumer Proposal
When we think about making investments there are so many products to choose from. Whole life insurance, segregated funds, TFSA’s, RIF’s, mutual funds and more… Financial and Investment advisors representing clients considering investments know that they are entrusting them to help them best gain a positive yield, balance risk and also consider their long term […]
Beware of Imitations – Debt Consolidation Companies and You
It is very common, no matter where you go, to hear commercials or radio ads talking to you about debt. With consumer debt levels as high as they are in Canada, it comes as no surprise that many Canadians are looking for a way to help ease their financial worries by getting rid of some […]
BOO! Don’t Let Your Consumer Debt Scare You – Fix It!
This time of year it is hard not to find yourself celebrating the scary season, whatever that may involve. However, the scare factor should have everything to do with ghouls and goblins – but nothing to do with your consumer debt. If your debt scares you – no matter what time of year it is […]
School For Debt Relief #3: Rebuilding Credit
The beginning of the school year is behind us; students have settled in and teachers have found their groove. This final blog in our school for debt relief series will help get you back on track for the rest of the school year. Once you have worked out your debt repayment plan, stopped the collection […]
School for Debt Relief #2: Bankruptcy vs. Consumer Proposal
This week we are back in the classroom with the second blog in our school for debt relief series, this time to talk about the difference between a bankruptcy and a consumer proposal. These are two very popular forms of debt relief, but before you jump in it is best to fully understand each option. […]
School for Debt Relief #1: Harassing Collection Calls? Know Your Rights
With September behind us, and the school year in full swing, it is the perfect opportunity to take some time for yourself. So, what better time to give yourself a new start than right now? If you are in debt, this school for debt relief blog is for you. This first blog in the series […]
Personal Financial Improvement: How to Rebuild Credit in 3 Simple Steps
Getting into debt is often very easy, and when that debt gets out of control it can be much harder to get out. The consequences of debt, especially when those debt responsibilities are not being met, can be devastating. Getting financing for a car, obtaining mortgage financing, or even being approved for a small loan […]