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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.

What a Reputable Debt Help Organization Looks Like

Here are 7 things that you should look for in a reputable organization that helps people with their debts.

Repay Back Taxes, Pay Bills & Get Finances Back on Track

I cashed out some of my RRSPs last year to pay down my credit cards, I got my assessment back and now I owe. I’ve not sure how I’m going to be able to manage my bills. What do you suggest?...

Invest or Pay Off Debt? Try a Balanced Approach

We are often asked 'Should I invest my money or pay off debt?' A: While it always makes sense to pay off high-interest credit-card debt, there are advantages to taking a balanced approach...

Can Your House Lend a Hand? What You Need to Consider

I’m a stay at home mom and my husband’s been on short term disability for almost a year, recovering from an injury...

Can Your House Lend a Hand? What You Need to Consider

I’m a stay at home mom and my husband’s been on short term disability for almost a year, recovering from an injury...

How to Decide if Bankruptcy is Your Best Option

I have an employee who has a lot of debt and is getting collection calls from her creditors. She thinks that bankruptcy is her only option. Is she right, is bankruptcy her only option?...

How to Approach Asking Your Adult Child to Pay Rent

Living at home rent free is a privilege for many teenagers and ass they get older, many start spreading their wings and making adult decisions. This is when parents often struggle with...

What a Teen Needs to Know Before Buying Their First Car

A driver’s license is a major milestone for any teenager, as is owning a car. However, before hitting the open road, your child will need to find the best route to get his/her new car...

What is the Best Thing to do with Your Tax Refund

It’s easy to lose sight of the fact that an income tax refund isn’t free money from the government. The bottom line is you work hard for your money and it should work every bit as hard for you…