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.
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.
All Canadians can benefit from financial literacy education. Learn about where to get legitimate advice, practical tips for big financial decisions and why you should think twice about most personal finance decisions.
A bankruptcy score is a scoring system used by lenders to rank the potential of bankruptcy in your future. Doug Hoyes explains exactly what a bankruptcy score is and what it means for your credit.
In the event that someone dies, who is responsible for the debt the individual had? In this blog we answer common questions as they relate to debts after death and who may be responsible for them.
If your creditors don't have options to collect you are considered creditor proof. When does this happen and what does that mean in terms of whether you should file bankruptcy or not?
Financial literacy is essentially the tools you need to build a strong foundation to make good financial decisions. Jane Rooney explores this topic and the role the government should play in promoting it.
Does having a current or past bankruptcy affect your ability to sponsor someone immigrating to Canada? Find out if and when you are able to be a sponsor during insolvency and alternative options you may have.
According to our expert, debt settlement companies originating in the US are far more predatory than our Canadian ones. Learn more about what these differences are and how the Limitations Act benefits us.
Credit reports and scores are an important aspect required for big financial decisions. But are our credit reporting systems in place to help you or your potential lender? Doug Hoyes explains here.
Mortgages give people the ability to buy homes, but is there such a thing as a mortgage that costs too much? Doug Hoyes explores high ratio mortgages and what you can do if you can’t afford your mortgage.
RESPs are considered an asset in a bankruptcy and are not exempt from seizure in all provinces. Doug Hoyes explains why it's time to change the federal law around RESPs and bankruptcy.
Are you struggling to keep up with your mortgage, but are determined to keep your home? Find out if dealing with other problem debt can balance your budget and what options can help you save your home.
Gail Vaz-Oxlade is a personal finance guru that was on 3 different finance related reality tv shows. Explore why she stopped filming shows and her insight on several financial topics she is passionate about.
About 1/5th of insolvencies in Canada are due to medical debts. Find out the primary factor contributing to medical bankruptcy and issues that arise with it, as well as if insolvency can eliminate these debts.
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.