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.

Get Out of the Relationship Rut, Plan a Date Together

While money does make the world go 'round, it means that it enters the world of dating and relationships. I suggest planning your money so you and your partner can enjoy "date nights"...

Student Budgeting 101: Tips and Advice

Student Budgeting 101 - as your children go to college or university, many will want to manage their own finances so it's time to get back to money management basics...

Avoid Technology Traps and the Need for Latest Gadgets

It's really expensive keeping up with technology these days. I can't afford to keep upgrading every year or so. Any suggestions?...

How to Maximize Your Back-to-School Budget

Kids will soon be headed back to school, and for many families this represents one of the year’s largest one-time expenses. Here is how you can maximize your back-to-school budget…

Enter to Win a Starbuck's Gift Card Plus a Budgeting DVD

We are giving away 5 Starbuck's $10 Gift Cards plus 5 Budgeting DVDs to 5 of the first 500 people to "Like" our Facebook page…

How to Cope with Sending Money to Family Overseas

You are faced with a challenging situation. However, the financial support you provide must be balanced against the needs and well-being of your family here in Canada…

3 Common Credit Problems & How to Fix Them

People often ask how they can fix their credit. Depending on your situation and how much damage you’ve done, the answers vary. Here are answers to the 3 most common concerns…

When is the Best Time to Buy a House?

Mortgage rates are still low and house prices keep going up. Is now the time to buy? And is it better to buy as big as you can?...

Problem Gambling: When It Stops Being “Just for Fun”

Many people consider gambling as a form of casual entertainment while others are consumed by every thought of it, so when does gambling stop being “just for fun” and become problem…