It’s not every day that a hefty cheque arrives in the mail (or in your bank account) courtesy of the federal government. But for parents across Canada with children under 18, that was the case this week. The increase to the Universal Childcare Benefit (UCCB),...
Filling up at the pump for less these days has drivers everywhere cheering. The extra cash in our pockets feels good. But ever wonder what the low price of oil may have in store for you here in B.C. other than cheaper gas? Here’s a rundown: More costly U.S. goods: The...
Feeling anxious about debt is normal. But are your fears keeping you from getting the help you need, or worse yet, paying for advice when you don’t have to? We recently met with a debtor who had this problem. She had already consulted a credit counselor. At their...
Many people who owe a lot of tax think going bankrupt is the only answer. But consider the following case: In late 2013, we met with a person who was facing significant debt after her charitable tax credits were disallowed by CRA. Kathleen (not her real name) didn’t...
