Money Management Blog
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Debt Help Blog - Bankruptcy, Budgeting, Credit Counselling & More

Learn all sorts of great ways to manage your money better, solve your debt problems and use your credit more wisely. We also tackle a lot of credit myths and misconceptions. Do you have questions about money management, budgeting or credit? If you need advice or help with your debts email us your questions or chat with us online. We're happy to help.

How to Prepare for Unexpected Expenses With a Budget & Money Management Plan

Here are 5 steps to make a budget plan for unexpected expenses and to manage money for savings. Hope for the best and plan for the rest! If you need help, call.

3 Lessons from a Leprechaun About Money and Savings

Leprechauns are known for having a pot of gold coins. What lessons could we learn from them to help us get out of debt and begin to turn our situations around for the better.

Debt Help & Dealing with International Collection Agency

When you can’t afford to pay & need help with debt, know your rights and communicate effectively when dealing with a collection agency. Find out what your options are…

Convenience Cheques What You Need to Know

High limits can mean more temptation. So what happens when you get an offer from your credit card company to raise your limit or do a balance transfer? How do balance transfers with…

Paying Down Debt Is a Bigger Deal Than You Might Think!

I have about $8,000 in credit card debt and I’m wondering if it would be better to pay down my debt with my income tax refund instead of contributing it to my RRSP?

"Jar of Freedom" - Client Shares Their Story

Our client, Margaret, shared a picture of her debt relief - signing her debt management program paperwork and adding her credit cards to the jar of freedom. Contact CCS if you need help too…

How Do I Know If I Need Help with My Debts or If a DIY Program Will Work?

It can be hard to ask for help with debt, but living with it is harder. Get help from a professional credit & debt counsellor to create a plan to end your stress and money worries.

Victim of Property Title Fraud with Secured Mortgage Loan?

Many surviving spouses are left in an uncertain financial situation, sometimes due to a lack of income, but often because they need to learn how to manage their affairs on their own…

Manage Holiday Stress to Avoid Maxing Out Credit Cards

Feeling stressed and anxious can lead to overspending. Avoid maxing out your credit cards by making a Christmas and holiday plan for your time as well as your money.