What actually happens when you decide to get debt help?
Feb 21, 2019
Reading about debt help is probably not the most exciting way you’d like to spend your free time. Most people prefer not to think (let...
How to Stay on Top of Student Loan Debt
Jan 25, 2019
If you live in Ontario, you’ve probably heard about the provincial government’s student-aid reforms, designed to make university education “more affordable” and “more sustainable.” But...
Do you suffer from subscription overload?
Jan 09, 2019
From TV streaming (Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc.) to car rentals (ZipCar) to online medical appointments (Maple), subscriptions are popping up everywhere. We love them for...
How to avoid the dangers of payday loan debt
Dec 13, 2018
Are you thinking of getting a payday loan to help you with holiday expenses? A payday loan might seem tempting. It’s hard to walk down...
Is it wrong to be frugal when spending for the holidays?
Dec 06, 2018
Will Rogers, the American humorist and screen legend once said, “Too many people spend money they haven’t earned, to buy things they don’t want, to...
HOLIDAY SPENDING DILEMMAS: How to make holiday budget miracles really happen
Nov 28, 2018
The joy of the holiday season can nonetheless bring all sorts of mayhem to your financial well-being. As your generosity swells, so can your credit...
NEEDS VS. WANTS: 4 Important Tips for Mindful Spending
Nov 21, 2018
The needs vs. wants debate is a daily struggle. We know! In fact, we recently blogged about the subject and wanted to continue the discussion...
NEEDS VS. WANTS: Does your budget know which is which?
Nov 14, 2018
Coming up with a good budget is easier said than done. In most cases it will require some serious soul-searching. Spending habits are often deep-rooted...
WORRIED ABOUT DEBT? Meet the Licensed Insolvency Trustee
Nov 09, 2018
Have you ever heard of a Licensed Insolvency Trustee (LIT)? Don’t worry, most people haven’t. In fact, in a recent poll, only 21 per cent...
Affordability Index: What Should You Do When Affordability is a Problem?
Oct 11, 2018
Is debt affecting your ability to meet your basic needs? The results of our first BDO Canada Affordability Index reveal that a significant number of...