Albertans’ anxiety about their debt situation is building amid rising interest rates, persistent inflation, and heightened affordability concerns.

The quarterly MNP Consumer Debt Index has taken a drastic plunge to 77 points, dropping a record 15 points from last quarter and marking an all-time low since the Index was created more than five years ago.

Tackling the sources of your financial stress is essential for the sake of your mental, physical and financial well-being.

Change can be difficult, however, and most of us will have given up on reaching our resolutions by the time February rolls around. How do you make a realistic goal and what steps should you take to achieve it?

Inflation, interest rate hikes, gas prices, groceries… oh my. The headlines and news articles bring a constant barrage of reporting on the financial pressures impacting all Canadians. Everyday costs are rising, and unless you’re one of the fortunate few that do not have to be concerned at all about money, people everywhere are having to make choices and adjustments.

Blue Monday is the most depressing day of the year for many reasons, including debt. Try these tips for managing your debt load and taking care of yourself this January.

Rising interest rates are affecting your finances in different ways and your mortgage debt is not immune.

Parents and educators have a responsibility to ensure our young people understand the consequences of overspending and develop the life skills to budget. But it may be a difficult conversation to have, especially if you are struggling with debts of your own.

The new year has just started, and you can still regain control of your finances if you plan your income and expenses using a budget.

The Federal Government rolled out the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) to support those who were unable to work during the COVID-19 pandemic — and many people signed up quickly before the eligibility requirements were complete.