Bankruptcy
How To Get a Mortgage After Bankruptcy: Mortgage For Bankrupts 101
**Note to reader: This article was written by Alex Lavender, a Halifax-based local mortgage broker. We are asked this question often and thought it would be best to get information directly from an industry professional. If you have any questions about obtaining a mortgage after you have filed for a bankruptcy or consumer proposal, we…
Read MoreHow Many Times Can You Declare Bankruptcy In Canada
Have you been curious as to how bankruptcy works in Canada? More specifically, how many times you can file bankruptcy? In theory, you can declare bankruptcy as many times as you like in Canada. Practically speaking, however, every time you file the consequences and the difficulty in receiving a discharge from your bankruptcy increases. The…
Read MoreDo I Have To Meet With My Creditors If I File A Consumer Proposal Or Personal Bankruptcy?
It is uncommon for a consumer to have to meet their creditors, in person or virtually, whether they file a consumer proposal or a bankruptcy. However, there are instances where this may be necessary. This possibility arises when a Meeting of Creditors is held. These occur at varying timelines depending on whether you file a…
Read MoreJudgments & Liens 101: The Basics
If you own property & assets and are struggling with debt or dealing with collectors you have undoubtedly heard the terms ‘Judgment’, ‘Judgment Lien’, and ‘Lien’. These can be awfully confusing as they are often used interchangeably. In order to fully understand your rights as a property owner and what protections you have, it is…
Read MoreCan Creditors Stop Me from Filing a Consumer Proposal or Personal Bankruptcy?
When you are struggling with debt, it can feel like you are stuck in a nightmare. You may not know where to turn for help. And when you finally find the courage to reach out for assistance, you may be worried that your creditors will try to stop you from filing a Consumer Proposal or…
Read MoreWill a consumer proposal or personal bankruptcy deal with business debt?
When you are struggling with business debt, it can feel like you are stuck in a nightmare. You may not know where to turn for help. Do you file for a consumer proposal or personal bankruptcy? Which one is best? How will they impact me, and my business? These are great questions that we will…
Read MoreDoes A Government Debt Relief Program Actually Exist?
With the additional government funding, financial hardship programs, and other government spending due to the pandemic it is completely understandable why we have seen an increase in queries related to the existence of government debt relief and debt relief for Canadians. If you are looking for a debt relief company, you are certainly not alone.…
Read MoreWill a consumer proposal or personal bankruptcy release me from all types and forms of debts
When it comes to unmanageable debt, there are a few different debt relief options available to you: consumer proposal and bankruptcy. Each option has its own benefits and drawbacks, so it’s important to understand what each one entails before making a decision. In this article, we will focus on the question of whether or not…
Read More9 Reasons to File a Consumer Proposal instead of Personal Bankruptcy
Filing a consumer proposal can have significant advantages compared to filing personal bankruptcy when you are feeling overwhelmed with debt.
Read MoreDirector Obligations and How To Prevent Corporate Debts From Becoming Personal
Company debts can become personal debts. It is important to understand the links between the Company and directors (including guarantors of Company debts). These links need to be considered and managed when dealing with a Company insolvency. We have the experience to help.
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