COMMENTARY: Are indebted Canadians foolhardy or prey?
Canadians should be responsible for their own debts, but Mike Stafford says Canadian banks and lenders have to share some responsibility, as well. Continue reading
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Some Canadians would sell an organ to get rid of debt, survey shows
Debtors are more willing to give up restaurants, vacations and the right to vote than to seek professional help over debt woes, the same poll shows. Continue reading
Need cash in a hurry? Here are the best and worst ways to get it
We asked two financial experts to rank the options for getting cash in a financial emergency. Continue reading
Here’s what happens to $1K in credit card debt when you make only minimum payments
Even a “small” carryover balance will burn a hole through your pockets. Continue reading
Secret money piles, hidden debts: 4 in 10 Canadians admit to ‘financial infidelity’
Lies, secrets, deception. When it comes to finances, love has little to do with money for many Canadians, a recent Leger survey suggests. Continue reading
7 common mistakes that explain why you never have enough money
People who are always broke show common patterns of behaviour, according to debt counsellors. Continue reading
6 simple steps to get out of credit card debt
Haunted by your credit card bills? You need a plan. Continue reading
6 budget tips from an author who paid off almost $30K of debt in two years
Author Cait Flanders shares easy ways all Canadians can cut back on credit card debt. Continue reading
Will voice-activated assistants make us spend more?
If history is any guide, they might. Continue reading
How to avoid Blue Monday
To deal with the stress of Christmas bills, start thinking about how to reduce expenses — now is a good time to plan for next year, to examine what expenses could be trimmed or eliminated. Continue reading
