Our knowledgeable team of Licensed Insolvency Trustees provide information and expert advice to help you on your way to becoming debt free. Our blog includes podcasts, videos, articles, case studies and Industry Insights about consumer proposals and bankruptcy in Ontario as well as personal finance, credit rebuilding and other money management tips for anyone looking to get out of, or stay out of, debt.
Let's say you're in the middle of a consumer proposal plan and your financial situation changes, like you gain an inheritance, win the lottery, or get a big bonus from work, or if you become unemployed - what's the impact on your proposal? Maureen Parent explains in this post.
Many homeowners have expressed that they are facing financial hardship as a result of record interest rate hikes. So why are homeowner bankruptcy rates so low? Doug Hoyes explains the cycle in this post and when he expects homeowner insolvencies to rise.
Yes, the courts are involved in a consumer proposal - but only to an extent. In this post, we explain how exactly the courts are involved in a proposal, what a court approval means and whether you will have to go to court.
If you're in a cycle of debt, you know that inflation hasn't been helping your budget. In this post, we show you how to manage your monthly budget to successfully get out of debt. We also explain other way to achieve debt relief.
If you were hoping to pay down debt through a consolidation loan but were denied, fear not. In this post, we explain the common reasons why your lender may not have approved a debt consolidation and outline your debt relief alternatives.
You may already know that a consumer proposal can help you eliminate debt. In this post we explain the top laws and rules that come with a proposal filing so you have a better understanding of the process.
One option for dealing with your debt is to talk to your bank first. In this post, we outline the ways in which your bank may help you get out of debt, tips for how to approach them when asking for help, and what you can do if your bank refuses to provide debt relief.
A consumer proposal is a great way to eliminate problem debt. But, it does come with some disadvantages. The good news is, the benefits often outweigh the downsides. We explain more in this post.
If you face an income loss, fall behind on proposal payments and the proposal becomes annulled, what are your options? We explain what a proposal annulment means for your debts, how to revive your proposal, and how to prevent a proposal annulment in the first place.
You may be overwhelmed by debt and considering a debt settlement. In this post, we walk you through how to determine an affordable offer, the dos and don'ts of settling with your creditors, how to reduce debt by up to 80% and when working with an LIT is the right option.
We explore six unique debt case studies to show you just how a consumer proposal can help you eliminate debt and regain financial freedom.
Your income tax refund is treated as an asset in a bankruptcy. Learn more about what exactly happens to your refund under a consumer proposal vs. bankruptcy. We also explain how CERB tax debts are dealt with in a filing.
In this comprehensive post, learn how your credit score is impacted, what brings a credit score up and down, and get the facts on common credit score myths. We also outline what lenders consider when approving new credit applications.
You may be considering a consumer proposal and wondering if it will impact your spouse. To help you get a better understanding, we explain how joint debts work, how your marital assets may be affected and how your spouse may be involved in the process. Learn more.
What are your options if CRA says you were ineligible and must repay CERB, CRB or other pandemic related benefits? Can you file a bankruptcy or proposal if you can't afford to pay back CERB? Doug Hoyes explains.
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