MNP Debt Blog

After a lifetime of hard work, seniors should now be at a stage in their lives where they can slow down, retire and enjoy their golden years. Unfortunately in today's economic climate, for many seniors, this is not the case.

A payday loan, also known as a payday advance or a cash advance, is a relatively small amount of money borrowed at a high rate of interest. Repayment is usually required within two weeks or on the next payday.

The act of co-signing a loan is easy. It can also feel very rewarding since you’re often helping a family member or friend who wants to buy a new car or maybe even a house.

​​​​There’s no better time to consider your financial future as 2016 comes to a close and the New Year approaches. Many may be asking themselves how they can start to make some steps towards becoming debt free. Let’s break it into a few action steps to...

With the holidays around the corner, financially strapped Canadian families are wondering how to make it through without breaking the bank.

A 2015 survey shows the average Canadian spent an average of $766 for holiday gifts. MNP’s Yves Patrice Beaudin talks budget in this blog.

With the holidays right around the corner, it's easy to get caught up in a spending frenzy. But if you're depending on credit to carry your spending, you might find that you're paying a lot more than you anticipated when the bills start to roll in come...

A Consumer Proposal is a legal arrangement between you and your creditors, which is a great way to settle your debts when you are unable to repay them on your own.

It is amazing how one time of year can bring about feelings of warmth and joy while simultaneously causing stress and anxiety.

When people are struggling with debt, often one of their biggest worries is that they will lose their vehicle. For many, their vehicle represents not just a way to get themselves to work or the kids to hockey, but freedom itself. The idea of life without...