Category Archives: Debt

How a Savings Account Keeps You Out of Debt

Sometimes the simplest solutions are the best This month at Money Coaches Canada we’ve been discussing why sticking to a budget is so hard to do, and how using our On Track Money Management system will keep you engaged and … Continue reading

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The Best Retirement Plan is to be Debt Free

Continuing on with our theme of tackling debt this month, tune in to this podcast by two of our favourite personal financial educators – Jim Yih of retirehappy.ca, and Rob Carrick of the Globe and Mail. Jim has written a … Continue reading

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Debt: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

The less debt you have the better. That being said, you will hear people talking about good debt versus bad debt. Put simply: Good debt Used to purchase an asset, like a house or investments. Ideally these are appreciating assets, … Continue reading

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Being a Financial Advice Hero

By Noel D`Souza, P.Eng Toronto ComiCon ran this past weekend in the Big Smoke. As always, it drew thousands of fans of fantasy literature, comics, television and movies, who descended on the event with unrivalled excitement and passion. Many attendees … Continue reading

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Get UNSTUCK at our next Money Mondays – Feb 25th

MONEY MONDAYS Save the Last Monday of the Month for Money Join your local Money Coach on the last Monday of each month for an informal, lively discussion about money – how it works, how to manage it and how … Continue reading

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UNSTUCK: How to Get Out of Your Money Rut and Start Living the Life You Want

A REAL NEW YEAR’S GIFT At this time of year, no matter how much we try not to….it’s hard not to get caught up in holiday madness. December is a time where merchants and retailers are vying for your nickel. … Continue reading

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Is it Okay to Save for Things When I Have Debt?

by Christine White Absolutely! Now don’t get me wrong, eliminating debt should always be your #1 financial priority. However, the first step to getting on track is to BREAK THE DEBT CYCLE. Yup that’s it – the secret to getting … Continue reading

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Retire Your Debts Before You Do

by Karin Mizgala, MBA, CFP Most people are worried about how the stock market will limit their ability to retire, but it’s even more likely that their debt load will be a bigger hindrance. Here’s why. Debt seriously affects how … Continue reading

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Podcast: Credit Score – What Do I Need to Know?

Credit Canada Debt Solutions We hear a lot these days about debt and credit.  Canadians on average are carrying more debt than ever.  Are you wondering about your credit rating and your credit score? Join Karen Collacutt, CFP and Jean … Continue reading

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Don't Give Up on Retirement Yet

by Karin Mizgala Think retirement is out of your grasp? The current economic downturn and the consequent impact on investments have caused many people to worry about their pensions and to re-think their retirement options. The financial news these days … Continue reading

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