MNP Debt Blog

Participation in gambling activities is widespread among Canadians.

The MNP Consumer Debt Index for January 2023 is in… and the Index has plunged 15 points from last quarter and is now at an all-time low. The unprecedented quarterly decline underscores the anxiety Canadians feel about their debt situation amid...

Debt by itself can be a scary thing. Coupled with divorce, it can seem over whelming. Financial issues are a leading contributor to marital breakdown, and it can often be difficult to be on the same page when it comes to settling loans, credit cards and...

Parents and educators have a responsibility to ensure our young people understand the consequences of overspending and develop the life skills to budget. But it may be a difficult conversation to have, especially if you are struggling with debts of your...

The new year has just started, and you can still regain control of your finances if you plan your income and expenses using a budget.

Higher interest rates, instability globally and uncertainty in the new year economically… many households look to 2023 as a year of struggling to make it from one financial obligation to the next. This is especially true for single income families....

Inflation, interest rate hikes, gas prices, groceries… oh my. The headlines and news articles bring a constant barrage of reporting on the financial pressures impacting all Canadians. Everyday costs are rising, and unless you’re one of the...

With another New Year’s day come and gone, it’s time to commit yourself to the resolutions you made! And what better way to start the year than with a few financial resolutions?

Blue Monday is the most depressing day of the year for many reasons, including debt. Try these tips for managing your debt load and taking care of yourself this January.

Rising interest rates are affecting your finances in different ways and your mortgage debt is not immune.