Blog Articles

Dischargeable Debts

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September 13, 2021

Most debts can be discharged in an insolvency – there are a few that cannot – here we list debts that cannot be absolved by an insolvency proceeding.

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Residential Capital Gains Tax

September 10, 2021

The government has proposed a residential home sales capital gains tax. How would that impact you and your family?

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Vote – it is more than a “right”

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September 8, 2021

Canadians are facing a pivotal and challenging election, the political divide is wide but it is imperative we come together and get this right. Get out and vote!

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Start Fresh

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September 2, 2021

If you are feeling consumed by debt, it is time for a fresh start. Call tody for your fresh start: 519-646-2222

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Residential Capital Gains

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August 27, 2021

There has been a lot of buzz in the media about the proposed capital gains tax on primary residences.

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Record Canadian Debt

August 25, 2021

Canadians, probably more than people in any other G7 country are seeing exponetial growth in all debt levels.

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Low Interest – Get Ahead

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August 24, 2021

Canada, both as a nation and as a people is in a debt crisis. Debt is being shuffled around instead of resolved, this blog speaks to part of the problem.

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Exempt Property – Simplified

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August 19, 2021

We wrote a more detailed blog about exemptions – this one is a simplified version, still a little technical – but call us to clarify 519-646-2222

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Keep Your Car

August 12, 2021

Do you need to file for bankruptcy? Are you worried about losing your car? Get the facts.

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I can’t Afford to go Bankrupt

July 28, 2021

Filing for bankruptcy costs money, Licensed Insolvency Trustees are not paid by the government, and they do incur fees and expenses for administering a bankruptcy. Fees may vary by individual circumstances, but they do not have to be prohibitive – there are work-arounds.

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Rebuilding Your Credit

July 22, 2021

If your credit rating took a tumble, either by filing an insolvency prceeding or just getting behind on payments – you can rebuild. 519-646-2222

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Budgeting – Tips and Tricks

July 20, 2021

Are you and your family struggling to make it through each month? Here are a few simple tips and tricks to help you get on the right track and stay there.

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Great Reset and Credit Kiting

July 15, 2021

Consumer proposals allow you to get a great reset of your debt. Stop kiting your debt from one credit card to another and get a real solution.

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Bankruptcy Filings Are Way Down

July 15, 2021

Last year we predicted less insolvencies in the coming year. We were correct, but this year we have seen unpredictable political and economic changes – we offer some thoughts and discussion points but no real conclusions.

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House Prices and Insolvencies

July 5, 2021

We may be able to help you out with a proposal even if you do have equity in your home – call us for more details 519-646-2222

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Need Help?

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June 30, 2021

When you need help we are simply a phone call away 519-646-2222 call us anytime – outside of business hours be prepared to leave a message.

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4Pillars – Class Action Clause

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June 18, 2021

Very interesting Appeals Court case on contractual clauses that appear to have the effect of protecting companies from legal consequences.

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Inflation is Real

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June 17, 2021

Canadians could soon be facing really serious economic challenges – living costs and incomes are becoming more and more disparate.

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Statute Barred Debts

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June 8, 2021

Statute barred debts are an interesting concept and one that is frequently misunderstood. The challenge is to wrap one’s head around the fact the debt didn’t just disappear, it still exists, but it is uncollectable – unless the debtor volutarily makes payments.

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Hyperinflation

June 2, 2021

With rising costs, ever increasing debt loads, massive unemployment and decreasing wages, hyperinflation is among us.

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