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Younger People and Debt (MNP 3 Minute Debt Break)
10/09/2020
Lifestyle Debt
The youth of today face a wide range of financial challenges that were mostly unheard of just a generation ago. The cost of rent, real estate, post secondary tuition and consumer products are all largely outpacing inflation. The thought of purchasing...
Read More arrow_forwardMoving away from home? Prepare for unexpected expenses
26/08/2020
Sandra Landry
Lifestyle Debt
Moving away from home is an exciting, albeit bittersweet experience. You’ve got a world of freedom and opportunity ahead of you. But the brand-new costs and responsibilities can also feel quite daunting.
Read More arrow_forwardThe Financial Challenges of Becoming a Parent
19/08/2020
Caryl Newbery-Mitchell
Lifestyle Debt
Debt Solutions
Parenthood happens differently for everyone. You can plan it carefully or it can be a surprise. You can share the experience with a partner or you can go it alone. But it will always change your life forever.
Read More arrow_forwardFinancial Scams (MNP 3 Minute Debt Break)
18/08/2020
Lifestyle Debt
Bankruptcy
Consumer Proposal
Alternatives to Bankruptcy
Financial scams have been around for decades. But they have never been as common and invasive as they are today. The internet, online banking and countless other technologies have enabled fraudsters to invade people’s lives and trick them into handing...
Read More arrow_forwardThree effective strategies to help you manage financial stress
14/08/2020
John Athanasiou
Lifestyle Debt
Household debt ratios continue to break records across the country. And as more and more people are working to service that debt, many are unable to set aside savings for unexpected expenses.
Read More arrow_forwardHow you can prepare for life after CERB
12/08/2020
Grant Bazian
Lifestyle Debt
Debt Solutions
The Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) has been a welcome respite for Canadians struggling with the economic fallout of COVID-19.
Read More arrow_forwardHow cash-strapped Canadians can navigate rising grocery prices
12/08/2020
Grant Bazian
Lifestyle Debt
Debt Solutions
COVID-19
Given the challenges this year has presented, Canadians don’t need any more bad news. But it appears yet another crisis is about to hit home for many households.
Read More arrow_forwardWhat you should know about your first credit card
28/07/2020
Karen Johnson
Lifestyle Debt
Debt Solutions
Are you thinking of applying for your first credit card? Or perhaps, you now have your first credit card. Here is what you need to know about your first credit card.
Read More arrow_forwardAmid relief measures, Newfoundlanders more optimistic about debt
20/07/2020
Greg Gosse
Lifestyle Debt
MNP Consumer Debt Index
COVID-19
While the financial picture for many Atlantic Canadian households looked bleak last quarter, many have stayed afloat thanks to the current raft of pandemic-related support programs.
Read More arrow_forwardOptimism about debt and personal finances jumps in Quebec
20/07/2020
Frederic Lachance
Lifestyle Debt
MNP Consumer Debt Index
COVID-19
While the financial picture for many Quebec households looked bleak last quarter, many have stayed afloat thanks to the current raft of pandemic-related support programs.
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