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Get Debt Help Without Leaving the House – Here’s How

In the past, before the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) people might have gone to see a financial consultant in person for debt help or otherwise, but with social distancing in effect, that is not advised right now unless absolutely essential...

COVID-19 Income and Debt Help for Canadians

The past two weeks have been a non-stop train of breaking news as Canada copes with the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. This public health pandemic is affecting many across the country — both medically and financially. In order to “flatten the...

Consumer Proposal vs. Bankruptcy – We Break It Down

Consumer proposal vs. bankruptcy – what is the difference, and which one is the best choice for you? If you want to find out the answer, read on! For Canadians struggling with debt, both filing for a consumer proposal and filing for bankruptcy...

2019 Tax Deadline Around the Corner – Let’s Review Current Penalties and Interest

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) tax deadline for the 2019 tax year is coming up quickly. Are you prepared? The deadline to file your 2019 income tax is April 30, 2020. For self-employed tax filers, the deadline is June 15, 2020, however, it’s...

Rebuild Your Credit in 2020 Using These Simple Steps

Happy 2020! We’re just over a month into the new year. How are your resolutions going? If you’re anything like the majority of Canadians, they might have fallen by the wayside… A 2018 survey from Strava found that most New Year’s resolutions...

CRA Auditing PayPal Business Recipients — What to Do If They Have Come After You

Business owners, have you received income using PayPal? If so, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) may be contacting you for an audit. In November of 2017, PayPal was served with a Federal Court of Canada order to submit specific information to...

Bankruptcy and Consumer Proposals Rise as Consumer Debt Reaches Record Limits

Are you struggling with consumer debt? If so, you’re not alone. According to BNN Bloomberg, the average Canadian household owes $1.76 for $1 of annual disposable income. The same household devotes $0.15 of every disposable dollar to making...

2020 Plan to Fix Your Credit and Finances

The new year is around the corner. It’s the perfect time to make a plan to fix your credit, finances, and get out of debt for good! 2020 isn’t only a new year — it’s also a new decade. Start the next 10 years off on the right financial footing...

Wage Garnishment 101 – Know Your Rights and Options

If you’ve received a wage garnishment, you might be feeling scared and confused. You need to know how to stop it — and fast. But that’s not always easy to do. There are different types of wage garnishments — and each one has different options...

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