MNP Debt Blog

When most people think of the term surplus income they think of the amount that they have available to spend after deducting their discretionary (i.e. entertainment, etc.) and non-discretionary (i.e. child support, etc.) expenses.

Spending time with your loved ones by going on a family vacation can be a memorable time, but if the thought of the high costs of a holiday is putting you off or causing unnecessary stress, it may be time to consider about checking out holiday spots in...

MNP’s David Gowling recently discussed Hamilton’s growing debt issues on the Scott Radley Show.

As debt levels continue to creep, what happens when consumers can’t keep up with minimal payments, let alone being able to actually pay that debt down?

What are some of the differences between a bankrupcy and a proposal. Why would I pick one or the other?

If you're struggling under the burden of financial difficulties and find it difficult to manage the cost of day-to-day expenses let alone keep on top of your debt obligations, the one thing for sure is that you are not alone.

A debt survey conducted by MNP found that nearly half of Canadians are within just $200 of not being able to keep up with their monthly financial obligations.

If you're like most Canadians today, you might find you're struggling to keep up with the day-to-day cost of living. With a weakened economy and unemployment on the rise, many people across the country have found themselves relying on debt to make it...

Filing for personal bankruptcy still carries a powerful stigma in this country. Mere mention of the word conjures up thoughts of irresponsible consumers who couldn't be bothered to figure out a reasonable budget.

Is there any limit on where a person can file bankruptcy in Canada?