Debt

The financial mistakes people make before seeking debt help

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Credit Canada

Newcomers to Canada

The debt gap nobody talks about

Canada is built around borrowing, credit scores, and financing. For many newcomers, adapting to that system can feel overwhelming.

Debt

Canadians judge bankruptcy harshly—until it happens to someone they know

A new study shows that 41% of Canadians believe bankruptcy is a moral failing, at a time when insolvencies...

Debt

What the data isn’t showing about credit stress

Canadians appear to be managing economic pressures overall, but deeper data and lender results reveal growing pockets of credit...

Debt

Why tax season is turning into a debt trap for Canadians (and how to avoid it)

Tax season can push Canadians deeper into debt as many rely on refunds. Here’s why it’s happening, and how...

Estate Planning

Don’t inherit a crisis: How to manage a parent’s debt before they pass

Learn how to protect your family from inherited debt, unexpected taxes, and estate pitfalls. Experts share tips on wills,...

loans

Should you pay off a personal loan early?

Paying off a personal loan early can save interest, but it’s not always the best use of extra cash....

Debt

Financial paralysis and how to get moving again

Financial stress can lead to avoidance and inaction. A new report shows how debt is fuelling financial paralysis—and practical...

Debt

Is buy now, pay later a road to more debt? 

Expedia is offering buy now, pay later with Affirm, giving travelers flexible payment options—but could spreading out costs lead...