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This is our blog. We offer tips and helpful information on a variety of topics but it is not legal advice. If you require legal advice, please contact a lawyer. We welcome your questions and comments. Our blog policy talks about our content and guidelines for engagement and contributions.

New things to know about BC’s debt collection laws

New things to know about BC’s debt collection laws

On April 1, 2016, changes to the laws around debt collection came into force. So what does this mean for you, as a consumer? Learn more in this blog post!

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Posted on 2016-04-19 :: Comments (146)

Helpful consumer resources

Helpful consumer resources

When we get questions that do not fall under one of the industries we regulate, what happens? Well, we have a list of 80+ partner organizations. In this video blog, we share some information about a couple of common referral resources.

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Tips to prevent identity theft

Tips to prevent identity theft

Do you know exactly what identity theft is and how to prevent it from happening to you? Read on to find out what type of information criminals are looking for and how you may be able to reduce the risk of identity theft.

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Posted on 2016-04-06 :: Comments (13)

avoiding rental property scams

Avoiding rental property scams

Posted on 2016-03-29 :: Comments (10)

Top 10 scams of 2015 presented by BBB

The top 10 scams of 2015 presented by BBB

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Password day: protect yourself with these tips!

Password day: protect yourself with these tips!

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