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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...

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...

Does a Consumer Proposal in Canada Stay on Your Credit for 7 Years?

Many people choose a consumer proposal in Canada to get finances back on track. These represent a great debt relief option because you can settle your debt, often reduce the total balance to be repaid, freeze interest and consolidate the...

Rebuilding Credit: Bad Credit Rating Doesn’t Always Just Disappear After a Few Years

It is a very common misconception that bad credit just “disappears” once debts are paid and your credit behaviour improves. However, past credit activity doesn’t just evaporate into thin air with a few months (even a few years) of good...

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