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Guide to Student Debt Forgiveness
Are you struggling with payments on your student debt? Here is our comprehensive guide on government relief programs for student loans. Learn when student loans can be discharged in a bankruptcy.
Compare Debt Relief Options in Canada | Get Expert Advice
Explore various debt relief options available to Canadians struggling with financial obligations. Learn about formal insolvency proceedings like consumer proposals and bankruptcies, as well as informal solutions such as debt consolidation and credit counselling. Understand how each option works, its pros and cons, and who might benefit most from each approach. Discover strategies for negotiating with creditors, managing high-interest debts, and creating a sustainable debt repayment plan. Get information on government programs and non-profit organizations that offer debt relief assistance. This section provides comprehensive information on debt relief solutions to help you make an informed decision about managing your financial challenges.
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Ready to find the right debt relief solution for you? Contact Hoyes Michalos for a free, confidential consultation. Our Licensed Insolvency Trustees will assess your situation and guide you towards the best path to financial recovery.
Debt Relief for Seniors in Canada: Your Options and Solutions
An increasing number of seniors in Canada are carrying large amounts of debts into their retirement. We explore debt forgiveness & relief options including government programs for seniors struggling to pay down your debts.
How To Find a Legitimate Debt Consultant in Canada
If you’re struggling with debt, finding the right help can be crucial to getting your finances back on track. However, not all debt consultants in Canada are created equal. This guide will help you navigate... Read more »
Payday Loan Debt Relief: Break the Cycle
Have you been in a situation where you resort to payday loans for quick cash? We provide everything you need to know about payday loans in a slideshow and steps you can take to eliminate these debts.
Debt Management Program vs Consumer Proposal: Which is Better?
Have you been contacted or threatened by a debt collector, and are curious about what you can do moving forward? We explore two types of debt relief options you can use and how they can protect you.
What Percentage Should I Offer To Settle Debt?
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.
GEM Debt Law Contract Review
This is yet another case of an individual struggling with debt, told to pay exorbitant fees to a debt settlement firm to deal with their debts. This time, the company was GEM Debt Law. We review the terms of the contract and explain why these debt consultants should be avoided.
York Credit Services Contract Review
Struggling with debt? Go directly to a Licensed Insolvency Trustee. Unlicensed debt consultants like York Credit Services will charge you extra fees just for a referral to an LIT. Here's a real story of someone who was scammed into paying an extra $800 for nothing.
Who’s Filing Bankruptcy in Their 30s and Why?
Ideally, by age 30, you hope to have financial security and the ability to build wealth. But it's hard when you have student loans and other debts consuming your monthly income. Learn how an insolvency filing can give you a financial do-over so you can start reaching personal milestones sooner.
Trust Advisory Service Contract Review – What Is This?
Use a Licensed Insolvency Trustee if you need help to deal with your debts via consumer proposal. Trust Advisory Service cannot provide these services and charge unnecessary fees. Learn more about it here.
Compare Debt Management Plan vs Debt Settlement
You can opt for a debt management plan or debt settlement if you are struggling with unpaid debts. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages for both, and which may be best suited for you.
How Does Debt Relief Work?
Not being able to meet payments on time and accruing debt can be stressful and overwhelming, but it is possible to achieve a fresh financial start. Read our step-by-step guide on how debt relief programs work in Canada.
CRA Taxpayer Relief Program: Do You Qualify?
Has the CRA charged you with interest or penalties? Learn about financial situations that qualify for waived charges, how to file for the CRA Taxpayer Relief Program and what to do if you aren’t approved.
How to Get Debt Forgiveness in Canada
Are you unable to make full payments towards your bills, and creating more debt each month? Find out if you could be eligible for Canadian debt forgiveness and what steps you need to take to move forward.
What is Financial Hardship for Student Loans?
Bankruptcy law discharges student loans if you have been out of school for seven years however you can make a hardship application for discharge after 5 years. Find out how.
Can I Negotiate a Debt Settlement on My Own?
Not everyone struggling with debt has to file for insolvency. Learn about how and when to negotiate a debt settlement on your own with your creditors, and other aspects to consider in the process.
What are the Risks to Debt Relief Options in Ontario?
Are you dealing with overwhelming debt and want to know more about your debt relief options? Learn about how to find a licensed debt expert to guide you, as well as costs, legalities, risks and more.
Understanding the Credit Impact of Different Debt Relief Programs
Debt relief programs have an effect on your credit report, including credit counselling. In this blog post find out how, and for how long, different debt relief programs can affect your credit rating.
Tax Debt Help – Who Do You Call?
Tax debts can be a tricky circumstance to navigate, especially if you are not sure who can help you deal with the issue. Find out what to do and who to seek help from in specific tax debt situations.
Consumer Proposals: The ONLY Canada Government Debt Relief Program
Unlicensed debt relief companies use specific terminology to draw clients in. We expose the facts behind debt settlement in Canada, debt management plans and why consumer proposals are often better.
What’s The Right Way To Consolidate Debt?
We look at two consolidation options: refinancing through a second mortgage or secured line of credit if you own a home and the pros and cons of consolidation loans if you have poor credit.