Mortgage Refinancing: A Viable Debt Solution?
Debt in Canada has become a major problem for many individuals. The ease with which credit is granted by many credit companies sometimes makes it tough to avoid temptation, but the aftereffects can be distressing, especially if it gets to the point that it is hard to keep up with or make payments. There are […]
Debt Management – You Don’t Have to Do it Alone
When you are in debt, the personal issues that all too often accompany it can be overwhelming, and sometimes the task of ridding yourself of this financial burden can feel insurmountable. Knowing where to turn for advice or assistance can be tough, and so many people instead try to do it on their own. Debt […]
Back-to-School Shopping – Don’t Break the Bank
With the end of the summer and the beginning of September comes the inevitable back-to-school shopping. Whether for new clothes, shoes, backpacks, or school supplies, the total bill for back-to-school shopping can often run in the hundreds – especially if you have more than one youngster heading back to the classroom. Once they get older […]
Getting Out of Debt Blog Series #4: Debt Settlement
With the average consumer debt load in Canada at an all-time high, it is unfortunately not surprising to see companies popping up everywhere offering solutions to your debt problems through a debt settlement. But be wary; unlike consumer proposals, bankruptcies and debt consolidations, debt settlements, depending on the company, can sometimes come with more negatives […]
Getting Out of Debt Blog Series #3: Debt Consolidation
When debt is taking over your life it can be difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Mounting monthly payments that include mostly interest can become difficult to meet and missed payments can lead to collection calls or other enforcement action. You are not alone – many Canadians are dealing with […]
Getting Out of Debt Blog Series #2: Bankruptcy
There are thousands of Canadians facing a mountain of debt that can seem impossible to overcome. For many individuals, it can often seem as though there is nowhere to turn as far as getting out of debt – but there is hope. It never helps to ignore the problem or let the stress of high […]
Getting Out of Debt Blog Series #1: Consumer Proposal
With summer winding down and consumer debt levels remaining at all-time highs, we thought it was a good time for a back-to-basics ‘getting out of debt blog’ to help you ease into fall with less worries on your plate. This first blog in the series will talk about the consumer proposal, giving you the ins […]
Summer Debt Relief: Tips to Reduce Your Debt
Over the summer many families find that debt rises with the temperatures; vacations, weekends away, daily outings, etc. can all leave the wallet feeling very light. If you entered the summer drowning in debt, the worst thing that you can do over the summer is add to that. Instead, use this time to make some […]
The Globe and Mail Reports on Canadian Consumer Debt
The Globe and Mail recently reported on the status of Canadian consumer debt levels, stating that Canadian household debt continues to grow. With that said, individuals seem to be obtaining less credit and the Bank of Canada reports being less concerned about this debt than in years past. However, a report from Statistics Canada calculated […]
Collection Agency Harassment: How to Stop the Calls
Canadians have become so accustomed to carrying debt, and for some being in debt has become the norm. It is true that the vast majority of Canadians do have debt and when debt accumulates to the point where you are defaulting on monthly payments, the debt you have can be the source of considerable stress. […]