Category: Insolvency News

CEBA Loans – Who is Responsible?

Tom Locke - Insolvency Trustee in London, Ontario
November 17, 2021

CEBA Loans have you confused? You are not alone, even the people administering them are not very clear about what they are doing with them

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Debt Survivor or Debt Dependent

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November 16, 2021

Surviving a debt storm is one thing but but how on earth did we get so debt dependent?

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Proposals – Division One & Division Two

Tom Locke - Insolvency Trustee in London, Ontario
November 15, 2021

There are two basic forms of proposal – Division One and Division Two – to learn more about how they work and how they could help you call us at 519-646-2222

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Buying a House? – Be Careful

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November 1, 2021

Are you thinking about buying a house?  Whether it be a first time or a subsequent purchase there is a lot to think about.  Recent news articles have been critical of the ethics of the real estate industry – and rightly so. One might argue too many players in the industry rely on commissions to […]

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Reduce Debt Up To 80%

Tom Locke - Insolvency Trustee in London, Ontario
September 29, 2021

There are no set formulas for consumer proposals, they must be reasonable for both the proponent and for the creditors. There is no guarantee either will get what they want without compromise.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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CERB Forgiveness

Tom Locke, Licensed Insolvency Trustee
June 2, 2021

Millions of Canadians, reportedly, received the CERB benefits when they should not have. Among them were other benefit recipients, pensioners and self-employed people.

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Division One Proposals for Small Businesses

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May 31, 2021

Joint Division One Proposals can include you and your business as well as, potentially, your spouse – getting all of your debts to one manageable monthly payment.

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Property of the Bankrupt

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May 10, 2021

Section 67 (1) of the Bankruptcy & Insolvency Act sets out what property of the bankrupt is divisible amongst his/her creditors.  Many people live in fear of bankruptcy because they think that they will lose everything they own to the trustee.  That is simply not the case. If you are holding property in trust for […]

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Terrifying Debt Levels

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May 5, 2021

Both government and consumer debt levels have skyrocketed in the last half-decade, leaving politicians and people grasping for solutions. We can’t help the government, but we can help you 519-646-2222

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