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To be or not to be — a director. That is the question.
Thinking of becoming a company director in Canada? Sure, it’s an impressive title. But it’s also a serious legal responsibility.
2010-08-02
There is nothing prohibiting you from obtaining credit while you're in bankrupty. However, if you're applying for $1,000 or more, you're required to voluntarily disclose to the lender tha you're in bankruptcy. As well, even if you're applying for less than $1,000, most lenders will do a credit check on you and become aware that you have negative information on your credit rating. It's difficult to get approved for credit while you're going through a bankruptcy. Lenders usually want to see that you're discharged (finished the bankruptcy) before they'll consider giving you credit. However, secured loans like vehicle financing are possible to get durding a bankruptcy. Any time you have damage on your credit rating, you can expect to be turned down for credit or expected to pay a higher interest rate. The same applies in a bankruptcy. You might look at getting a secured or prepaid credit card if you need a card for work, travelling, etc. Whether or not the lender will do a credit check depends on the bank and the type of card you're applying for. If you ask the bank, they'll tell you whether or not a credit check will be necessary for a secured or prepaid card. Judy Scott Trustee Meyers Norris Penny Limited Port Moody - Burnaby - Maple Ridge 604-949-2100 [email protected]
2025-09-12
Thinking of becoming a company director in Canada? Sure, it’s an impressive title. But it’s also a serious legal responsibility.
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Bankruptcy
The intention of Canadian bankruptcy law is to provide honest and overextended debtors the opportunity for a financial fresh start.
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Lifestyle Debt Debt Solutions
You already know the many benefits of skilled money management. The fact you’re reading this blog post says at least that much. Your challenge, like for most households, is how to navigate the seemingly infinite demands on your frustratingly finite income.