MNP Debt Blog

Purchasing decisions used to be easy for most households. Until the early 1950s, people mostly bought what they needed and paid for their purchases with cash. Wants were few and luxury items for the most part beyond reach. Fast-forward 70 years and it’s...

Debt during retirement is incredibly stressful, especially if you’re caring for an ailing spouse or dealing with health issues of your own.

A 2004 media report famously declared the third Monday in January is the most depressing day of the year: The technicolour sheen of the holiday season has worn off.

Beginning around the holiday season every year, many people wonder whether they should take the leap and seek professional help with their debt.

Financial jargon can be murky at the best of times. Downright frustrating when you’re sinking in the depths of unmanageable debt.

As wonderful as children are, sometimes it’s tough to shop with a little one who wants everything.

Nobody wants to believe they’re the kind of person who falls for marketing gimmicks — those pushy, transparent, often campy tactics clearly designed to part you with your money.

Financial issues are a leading contributor to divorce. If money was an issue during the marriage, it can be difficult to get both parties on the same page when it comes to settling debts that amassed during the marriage.

There’s ample evidence showing post-secondary education can support higher income potential and lifestyle goals that otherwise may not be achievable.

Personal finance can seem like an endless stream of jargon, best practices, and often contradictory advice about what you should do with your hard-earned income.