MNP Debt Blog

I recently worked with a retired and widowed client who came to MNP inquiring about possible debt solutions. He owed more than $120,000 on various credit cards and lines of credit which he was frightened he could never pay back in his lifetime.

The collective pressures of increased interest rates, an uptick in consumer debt over the holidays, a stagnating economy and persistently high cost of living are making it difficult for Canadians to repay their debts.

Last year was long and stressful. The only thing I’m looking for in 2019 is relief from the relentless financial burden that’s been plaguing me. You see, I’ve weathered some major financial setbacks and I’m not sure how to dig myself out of this bottomless...

According to legend, Saint Valentine of Rome restored sight to his jailer’s blind daughter on the evening before his execution. The following morning, he wrote her a farewell letter and signed it ‘Your Valentine’ – kicking off a centuries-long tradition...

Thinking about financial freedom is like thinking about starting a diet – forcing yourself eat only healthy and unsatisfying foods when all you really want is a piece of double chocolate cake. But if you worry that finding financial stability means no...

Another new year is upon us, and with that comes a fresh batch of resolutions.

As the impact of higher interest rates continues to resonate across the country, a growing number of Prince Edward Islanders are struggling to cope.

According to a recent Ipsos poll conducted by MNP LTD., Atlantic Canadians are the sole exception to a Canada-wide trend of increased anxiety around debt, interest rates and personal finances.

According to a recent Ipsos poll conducted by MNP LTD., higher interest rates are a major concern among Albertans.

According to a recent Ipsos poll conducted by MNP LTD., Manitoba and Saskatchewan residents are the most likely (56%) to be within $200 of insolvency at month-end compared to other provinces – jumping 14 points since September.