New rules in Ontario to better protect consumers from unscrupulous debt settlement companies come into force this week, but bankruptcy trustees says those in financial trouble seeking help still need to be cautious.

If you’re like most people, you (at least try to) go to the doctor every year for your annual physical. Why? Because a clean bill of health buys you peace of mind — and the earlier you can catch potential problems like high blood pressure or a problematic mole, the easier these are to correct.

As we begin the month of February and bills from the holiday season have arrived, it's probably difficult to make planning and budgeting for the future a priority.

What do Walt Disney, Elton John, and Larry King have in common? After filing Bankruptcy, these and countless other respected cultural icons all went on to achieve fortune, fame, and overwhelming success.

Congratulations on taking the first step towards addressing your debt head on and working towards a fresh financial start!

Many Canadians may find themselves overburdened with debt due to various factors beyond their control.

In today's economic climate, with employment on shaky ground and an ever-increasing cost-of-living, many households have turned to credit in times of need to get them through financial binds.

Making your minimum payments on time might seem responsible, when in truth it could come with some costly consequences.

If you’ve been researching options to manage and overcome your debt, it’s likely you’ve already heard about Consumer Proposals and may even have a basic understanding of how they work.

We’re all familiar with recycling and it’s environmental benefits. It’s one of the three Rs of sustainability many of us learned in primary school, along with reduce and reuse.