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5 ways to effectively manage debt

5 ways to effectively manage debt

Dealing with debt can be a very stressful experience. Here are five options to consider as a starting point.

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Posted on 2020-07-03 :: Add a new comment

Do you use prepaid credit cards? You should read this

Do you use prepaid credit cards? You should read this

Have you ever bought or received a prepaid credit card as a gift? There are a few things you may not know about these cards…

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Posted on 2021-01-14 :: Comments (2)

Under financial stress? Watch out for loans that ask for a fee upfront

Under financial stress? Watch out for loans that ask for a fee upfront

If the pandemic has put you under financial pressure and you’re considering taking out a loan, we have some important information to share with you about advance fee loans. We’re going to tell you what they are and some red flags to watch out for.

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Posted on 2020-05-08 :: Comments (2)

Worried about sharing your info with a debt collector?

Worried about sharing your info with a debt collector?

Posted on 2020-01-10 :: Comments (2)

Grant scams

Grant scams: 3 types to watch out for

Posted on 2019-11-07 :: Comments (11)

Rent increases: what are the rules in BC?

Rent increases: what are the rules in BC?

Posted on 2019-06-26 :: Comments (26)

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