It’s officially December, which means the holidays are just a few short weeks away. If you’re a planner, perhaps you’ve already done your shopping. But if you’re like most Canadians, you’ve still got a ways to go. According to a 2019 report, only 18 per cent of consumers say they finish their shopping prior to […]
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Recognizing When You’re in Financial Trouble and What to Do
Financial problems often have a way of sneaking up on you. You can open a credit line here or buy a few things with your credit card over there, and before you know it trouble is on your doorstep. If you begin to ignore your finances, you could be facing payments that are beyond what […]
How to Make a Monthly Budget
When it comes to effectively managing your finances, it is important to create a budget. With a proper budget, you can work your way back from the brink of financial ruin, or avoid money problems in the first place. Everyone has heard of the concept of budgeting, yet so few really know what it entails. What […]
Take Control of Your Finances With a Budget
Taking control of your finances can improve your financial well-being, and your overall mental and physical health. It reduces your stress by putting you in the driver’s seat. The good news is that there are concrete steps you can take to improve your financial well-being A budget is the foundation. It’s a simple but highly […]
Non-Profit Credit-Counselling Agency vs. Bankruptcy Trustee – What’s the Difference?
Two of the possible places you may end up to try and solve your credit issues are a non-profit credit counselling agency or in a bankruptcy trustee’s office. Both of these options have their share of similarities, but they also have quite a few differences. The one you choose will depend on several different factors, […]
How Financial Education Can Help You Get out of Debt
Definitions may vary slightly, but the term ‘financial literacy’ basically means having the knowledge, skills and confidence to make responsible financial decisions.. Financial literacy is an essential life skill. Increasing your financial literacy skills can also help to get you out of debt if you’ve fallen in. Here’s how: Increases Understanding Understanding is the key to […]
10 Ways to Decrease Your Debt Every Day
Today, trying to find people who aren’t in debt is probably more challenging than finding those who are. Unsecured debts like credit cards and credit lines are very common, and they can cause a lot of stress if left to fester. One of the problems with paying debts down is that a lot of people […]
How Being Positive Can Benefit You Financially
Much is written about all of the different methods and strategies involved in creating a healthy financial life, but there’s more to it than just facts and figures. As simple as it sounds, a positive attitude can also have a major impact on your financial life. Here are some of the ways being positive can […]
Is Debt Settlement Too Good to Be True? Know Who You’re Dealing With
Anyone who has been wading through pools of debt for any length of time knows the stress and disruption it can bring to your daily life. After a while, all you want is a solution to your problem, an end to all the phone calls, bill statements and craziness. Enter the debt settlement company. They […]
Where to Start If You Want to Get Out of Debt
In today’s world it is very easy to get into unmanageable debt without even realizing it. Trying to work your way out of it can be a very frustrating experience. Credit card interest rates, family obligations and even a decreased income as a result of a tough economy all can conspire against you in solving […]
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