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What happens if I don’t pay my credit card bills? 

What happens if I don’t pay my credit card bills? 
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How much debt is normal in Canada? We break it down by age

Do Canadians really owe $1.84 for every $1 they earn? For some, yes. And for others, even more. Where...

How much debt is normal in Canada? We break it down by age
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What happens to your debt when you die

What happens to your debt when you die
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Can debt collectors discuss your debt with your family members?

Can debt collectors discuss your debt with your family members?

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How to calculate your debt-to-income ratio—and why you should know this number

How to calculate your debt-to-income ratio—and why you should know this number
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“What is my spouse entitled to if we divorce?”

While it may seem unfair that divorce law does not favour the party who didn’t initiate a separation, non-compliance...

“What is my spouse entitled to if we divorce?”
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Unpaid OSAP loans can haunt your credit for years

Here's what you have to do to qualify for better loan rates

Unpaid OSAP loans can haunt your credit for years

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How to get out of debt on a single income after a divorce

Adjusting to a single income, post-divorce, can be challenging. These tips will help you organize your finances and find...

How to get out of debt on a single income after a divorce

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Sharing your spouse’s debt might be unwise

How merging family debt in a second mortgage raises risks

Sharing your spouse’s debt might be unwise

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