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How A Consumer Proposal Works
Consumer proposals care becoming more popular but are still relatively unknown too many people seeking debt help. Learn about the 4 stages of a consumer proposal, how creditor voting works, payment plans and more.
Consumer Proposals
Debts You Can and Cannot Include in a Consumer Proposal
Will a consumer proposal deal with your particular debts? Find out how student loans, credit cards, business debts and more are treated in a proposal, and if it’s right for your financial situation.
Negotiating Consumer Proposals. What Your Creditors Expect.
Do you want to learn more about the negotiation process involved in a consumer proposal? We'll explain what creditors might expect in a proposal based on internal policy and who does the negotiating.
Student Loan Treatment in a Consumer Proposal
Did you know there are rules in place when it comes to the way student loans are treated in an insolvency? Find out the rules to ensure your student debt is discharged or released in a consumer proposal.
Self-Employed and Considering a Consumer Proposal? 5 Things You Need to Know
Are you struggling with inconsistent income and increasing debts? A consumer proposal may be a great option for your debt relief. This blog explains five things you need to know about them before filing.
How A Consumer Proposal can Improve Your Cashflow
Are you wondering what a consumer proposal repayment plan looks like? Doug Hoyes explains 2 benefits of using this form of insolvency with actual examples of how it can affect your finances.
Is a Consumer Proposal a Good Idea?
Filing a consumer proposal is a debt relief strategy that offers many advantages if you qualify. Explore our guide on conducting a consumer proposal assessment and one of the benefits of a proposal.
Joint Consumer Proposal: Dealing With Joint Debt
If both you and your partner struggle with common debt you are both liable for, we explain when it's possible to file one consumer proposal jointly and how this can save you money.
Where To Get A Consumer Proposal Filed
Licensed Insolvency Trustees are regulated by the federal government but obtain licenses to work in each province in Canada. Find out how where you live impacts where to find a trustee to work with.
Are There Typical Consumer Proposal Terms?
Debt looks different for everyone and therefore the terms of a proposal will be different. We’ll discuss the common requirements of all proposals and why tailoring a proposal for you is important.
How to Make a Consumer Proposal Budget That Works
If you're going to file for a consumer proposal, we make sure your proposal payments fit your budget. In this blog, find out how to determine if you can afford payments.
Employment Concerns: A Toronto Case Study
Having job security is a luxury that not all individuals have, so what happens if you lose your job and extra debt starts building up? Explore a case study of one of our client’s in a similar situation.
How To Interview Your Consumer Proposal Administrator(or any debt advisor)
Learning how to interview a debt advisor can be a useful skill if you are planning on filing for insolvency. Find out what a consumer proposal administer is, how they are licensed, associated fees and more.
How Long Is The Average Consumer Proposal?
By law a consumer proposal can be no longer than five years. However, you can propose any term for your proposal payments. Ted Hoyes explains more, and how you can pay your proposal before the end of the full term.
Calculating Payments in a Consumer Proposal
When you file for a consumer proposal, you offer your creditors an amount for your proposal payments. In this blog, find out what factors affect this and 3 steps you can use to calculate your payment terms.