What can I do to assess my financial health?

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.

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10 tips on how to avoid a visit to your licensed insolvency trustee

Sometimes insolvency is a viable option. But let’s not go there just yet.

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Buyer’s remorse laws: Buyers don’t just have remorse, they also have rights

Buyer's remorse laws, also known as cooling-off periods or cancellation rights, are legal measures that give consumers the opportunity to reconsider purchases.

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How do I go about filing a Bankruptcy?

Everyone can relate to feelings of depression and hopelessness at various points in their lives. Chronic or fleeting, these emotions may result from a sudden unexpected event such as a job loss, illness, or relationship breakdown — or build up more gradually.

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The relationship between mental and financial health

Compromised mental health is a concern for many reasons — including its negative economic impacts. At the same time, financial stress can certainly adversely affect mental health.

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The treatment of assets in a personal bankruptcy

One of the most common questions among consumer debtors contemplating Bankruptcy is, “what will happen to my assets?”

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Understanding wage garnishment in Canada

Imagine yourself working hard to pay off a large sum of debt, but due to misfortune, mistakes, or any other circumstance, you’re falling behind. Your family depends on your income, and you are living paycheque to paycheque barely making ends meet.

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Why checking your credit score matters

How well do you understand your finances? In commemoration of National Financial Awareness Day, we encourage you to understand your credit history and constantly monitor your credit score.

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How to manage digital costs draining your bank account

Let’s look at four of the biggest digital costs draining your bank account and how you can manage their expenses.

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Secured Debt and Unsecured Debt: What Are They & What Are the Differences?

When dealing with debt, the consumer is often faced with unfamiliar terms, such as “secured debt,” and “unsecured debt.” Debt is debt, right? Well, not quite!

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