If you're carrying multiple high-interest debts like credit cards and loans, this detailed guide will help you understand whether you should consolidate debt or do a debt settlement to achieve debt relief.
Find out if a bankruptcy or debt settlement is the right choice if you are struggling with problem debt. We take a deep dive into the pros and cons of both options and provide next steps to debt help.
Bankruptcy and credit counselling are two commonly compared options to deal with debt problems. Understand the benefits and downsides of each alternative and which would best suit your financial situation.
Are you in a difficult financial situation and looking at options on how to deal with your debts? Here is your guide to two common approaches: debt management plans and consolidation loans.
Are you finding that bankruptcy options are overwhelming and difficult to understand? Doug Hoyes explains the 4 most common forms of bankruptcy options you may be eligible for in Canada.
It's possible to stave off bankruptcy or choose better debt relief alternatives. Doug Hoyes explains how you can deal with debt on your own, and what other alternatives you have if you have too much debt.
Are you considering credit counselling to help you manage large amounts of unpaid debt? Doug Hoyes explains affordability, alternatives and additional consequences of this type of program.
Have you fallen into the payday loan trap, and are now struggling to pay them back? Find out why credit counselling may not be the best solution to deal with payday loans and what a better option is.
Are you wondering if you should use credit counselling or a consumer proposal to get out of debt? We explain both solutions, provide a pros and cons list and fully compare both strategies.
Not-for-profit credit counselling agencies still have to get paid, and they earn kickback fees mostly from banks. Learn 5 reasons why these agencies are now just debt collectors and why it matters to you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by debt and wonder if unlicensed debt consultants can help you? Doug Hoyes exposes the facts about these consultants and how to avoid unnecessary costs.
Find out what debt consolidation loans and consumer proposals are, and learn the pros and const of which debt restructing option will best help you manage, and eliminate, your debts.
What can you do if you are unable to make your some debt payments yet you have significant home equity? We explain home equity debt consolidation, home equity loans and when a consumer proposal is a better option.
Not sure if bankruptcy is the right choice for you? In this blog, discover what debt relief alternative will suit your financial situation, as we explore 5 options from personal budgeting to insolvency.
Senior citizens are experiencing more financial hardships now than ever and they are a rising percentage of Canadians filing insolvency. Our experts talk about options for seniors facing insolvency.