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Debt Help Blog
Bankruptcy, Budgeting, Credit Counselling & More
Learn all sorts of great ways to manage your money better, solve your debt problems, and use your credit more wisely. We also tackle a lot of credit myths and misconceptions. Do you have questions about money management, budgeting, or credit? If you need advice or help with your debts email us your questions or chat with us online. We’re happy to help.
So you’re ready to charge full steam ahead at paying off your debt, doing everything you can to throw extra cash at your lenders until you’re officially debt-free. If you stay focused and plan strategically what you’re doing with your income, you can pay off debt faster.
Here are 4 of the most common financial goals we hear and what to do to make them SMART. A goal that is specific becomes measurable. Once it’s measurable, you can ensure it’s attainable and realistic.
New Year’s Resolutions: How to Set and Achieve Specific Financial Goals in 2020
I want to lose weight. I want to save more money. I want ...
As yet another year draws to a close and a new decade begins, it’s time to reflect on the past 12 months, how you’ve fared with paying off debt, managing your budget, and what you’d like to do with the year ahead.
Looking for the simplest way to track your money? Our income & expense alternative budgeting tool will help you manage your finances with ease.
If you’re curious about declaring bankruptcy and want to look into free bankruptcy counselling, there are many ways to fix your financial problems. A certified Credit Counsellor is a great way to get more information and consider alternatives to bankruptcy you might not know about.
Do you know what net worth is? You see the term pop up all the time when reading about millionaires amassing net worths with at least six figures, but calculating your net worth as an every day Canadian consumer can be worthwhile too.
Despite it crossing your mind when you’re in financial trouble, filing bankruptcy may not be the right solution for you.
What is the bankruptcy process in Canada and is it a viable solution for your debt problems? When you’re struggling to pay off your debts and you’re inundated with collection calls and letters, easing your money worries and debt-related stress is top of mind.
Working towards your financial goals is a great, proactive move, but if goals are unrealistic, you could be setting yourself up for disappointment and veering off track.
If you’re struggling to manage several credit cards with different due dates, a Debt Management Program (DMP) may be an ideal solution to help you stay organized and out of the red.
Do you want to know the steps for the best way to handle credit card debt and debt repayment? Paying off credit card debt is one of the biggest financial hurdles Canadian consumers grapple with.
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