Reducing or getting out of debt altogether can be a difficult decision. Sometimes, it can feel like overcoming decision making inertia. Many people assume they must declare bankruptcy if their debt is too difficult to manage. However, bankruptcy is not your only option for relieving debt. A consumer proposal may be the right solution for […]
Many people are under the impression that bankruptcy ruins their future chances of getting a mortgage. While bankruptcy can certainly set plans back and requires that you work with a Licensed Insolvency Trustee (LIT), it can also provide a viable solution to your current debt problem. After you are discharged from bankruptcy, you may be […]
Filing for bankruptcy is a serious decision that can affect your financial future. Wiping out your approved debts and beginning again with a blank slate may be the key to starting over with your credit. Bankruptcy is not a decision you should make on your own. Licensed insolvency trustees are invaluable resources to help you […]
Sometimes it is necessary to file for bankruptcy so knowing what to expect from the process can help make the situation much more manageable. It’s also important to note that bankruptcy isn’t the end of your financial well-being. In fact, it will probably help improve your financial security in the short run. So, let’s take […]
Not being able to cover all of your debt payments is undoubtedly stressful. In these moments it’s important to understand that you have options to help you regain control of your finances. One of these options could be declaring bankruptcy. Bankruptcy, conducted by a Licensed Insolvency Trustee, is the process of corralling your creditors and […]
If you’re in need of cash fast, you may take out a payday loan. These high interest, short-term loans could help address emergency costs like property damage, but they are hardly ever worth taking out unless you are absolutely certain you can pay them off by their first due date. But life happens, and you […]
Whether you move in as a couple or get married, your financial situation can change in several ways. Still, managing your debt should be your first priority. But if you struggle with managing your debts, will the consequences you face also affect your loved one? If you need to file for bankruptcy, will your partner […]
Running your own business can be one of the most rewarding and self-actualizing decisions you can make, but it comes with many responsibilities. And with these responsibilities come expenses, and with expenses often comes debt. For new Alberta business owners, the future looked bright as there was a 27.9% drop in business bankruptcies in 2021 […]
Alberta’s financial future is changing. While many people in our province found themselves out of a job once the pandemic hit, the Canadian government responded with a flood of different benefit programs designed to help lower-income workers keep their heads above water. Insolvencies decreased across the country during the pandemic partly due to government financial […]
March 2021 will mark the first anniversary of COVID-19 changing the world as we know it. Virtually every aspect of our daily lives has been affected by the virus, and our finances are no exception. Many different benefits came to aid millions across Canada. However, these benefits are taxable, have different tax rules, and can […]
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