MNP Debt Blog

The MNP Consumer Debt Index finds a third (32%) say they plan to spend more than normal on things such as travel, dining, and entertainment as they re-engage with the economy.

The MNP Consumer Debt Index finds a third (32%) say they plan to spend more than normal on things such as travel, dining, and entertainment as they re-engage with the economy.

The MNP Consumer Debt Index finds a third (32%) say they plan to spend more than normal on things such as travel, dining, and entertainment as they re-engage with the economy.

The quarterly poll conducted by Ipsos on behalf of MNP LTD, finds almost half of households (45%, +6) are not confident they’ll be able to cover all living and family expenses in the next 12 months without taking on more debt.

The quarterly poll conducted by Ipsos on behalf of MNP LTD finds British Columbians are the most likely (47%, +9pts since March) to say they are not confident they’ll be able to cover all living and family expenses in the next 12 months without...

Is it difficult to declare bankruptcy? The short answer is… no. However, there are a few things you should know before you consider bankruptcy as a debt management resource.

It’s difficult to predict the future. But it’s particularly difficult to predict your financial future. After all, who has a crystal ball to tell them what the future holds? What if your car breaks down and it needs major repairs? What...

At some point, everyone has succumbed to the impulse to buy a new gadget, a new pair of shoes or some other spur of the moment gift for themselves. There’s nothing wrong with occasionally treating yourself. But when frequent impulse purchases start...

As pandemic-related government aid and loan deferral programs begin to wind down, the latest MNP Consumer Debt Index finds the number of Canadians hovering close to financial insolvency has reached a five-year high.

Nobody sets out to have their lives turned upside down, get into debt or deal with the unimaginable stress it causes. But that doesn’t mean most of these situations aren’t preventable. Here are four critical mental shifts which can help turn...