MNP Debt Blog

Many Canadians enter marriage with a sizable debt burden from both parties. As the most heavily indebted country in the world by some measures, that doesn’t come as much of a surprise.

Beginning in January 2018, the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) has prescribed new mortgage rules for Canadian homebuyers.

Rich, poor or somewhere in between, financial wellbeing is an integral part of everyone’s mental health.

Imagine you are pulling into your driveway with your older but reliable car. It’s served you well without the slightest hint of trouble. You’ve never thought of replacing it.

When most people encounter financial problems, the first thing that usually goes through their head is they don’t make enough money.

If you were to make a list of things you enjoy doing in your free time, it’s safe to assume budgeting likely wouldn’t rank in your top 10.

​​​It's a piece of wisdom as old as time – money and relationships rarely mix.

There’s been a point in nearly ever big city dweller’s life when they’ve thought fondly about leaving the bright lights behind and starting fresh in a small town.

A client recently came to me distraught and on the verge of tears. She had tried to sell her house, but couldn't close the sale. There was a lien registered against her property which prevented the transaction from moving forward.

High financial expectations coupled with harsh employment realities can leave recent post-secondary graduates feeling a little anxious and overwhelmed. The competitive job market, combined with lower than anticipated income and higher than expected costs...