Categories: Debt

Where Can You Turn to When Coping with Debt?

Posted on: October 27, 2021

Our long-time business associate and good friend Bruce Sellery was recently appointed CEO of Credit Canada Debt Solutions. We had a chat with him about the challenges that so many Canadians face around financial well-being and who they can turn … Continue reading →

Posted in Debt, Financial Literacy, Money Coaching


Best Tips for Smart Savings

Posted on: August 18, 2021

By Janet Gray, B.A., B.Admin, CFP®, EPC, CPCA I often get asked ‘how can I save more?’  This might help to get you started. Which statement currently best describes your situation? Income minus Savings and Needs = Spending Or Income minus … Continue reading →

Posted in Budgeting and Cash Flow, Debt, Money Coaching, Relationship to money, Retirement savings




I’m Working Really Hard, But Not Getting Ahead. Five Misconceptions Keeping You Stuck

Posted on: January 6, 2021

By Alison Stafford, CFP® How often have you thought—I could get out of debt and save more for retirement, if only I made more money. It appears to make sense; that more money would be the answer to your financial worries. … Continue reading →

Posted in Budgeting and Cash Flow, Debt, Relationship to money


Money Makeover – High Income Couple Out of Debt and Ready for Retirement

Posted on: November 20, 2019

By Christine Williston, B.A., CFP®, Money Coach   Meet Melanie and Brian When I met Melanie and Brian (names have been changed for privacy), Brian was 50 years old and Melanie was 42. Both had high power, high paying corporate … Continue reading →

Posted in Debt, Money Coaching, Money Makeover, Success Stories


I Make a Good Income, But Can’t Get Out of Debt. What Should I Do Differently?

Posted on: March 22, 2017

By Kathryn Mandelcorn, FMA You did all the right things. You went to school and earned a good education. You’ve worked hard and been promoted. You earn upwards of $100,000 a year; yet increasing debt has your stomach in knots. You … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask Your Money Coach, Debt


Don’t give-up on retirement yet! Ten ways to get started…

Posted on: June 10, 2016

By Steve Bridge, BA (Hons.), FPSC Level 1TM We know it can be daunting to take those first steps in planning for your retirement and it often seems easier to put it off for another day. But the earlier you … Continue reading →

Posted in Budgeting and Cash Flow, Debt, Retirement savings


Credit card rewards: perk or pitfall?

Posted on: February 17, 2016

By Karen Richardson, FPSC Level 1TM Certificant in Financial Planning Credit cards, when used carefully, can play a positive role in your financial life. Using credit wisely is critical to building a solid credit history. If you need a loan or … Continue reading →

Posted in Debt, Money Coaching, Relationship to money


Why are so many high earners in debt?

Posted on: October 21, 2015

By Sheila Walkington, Co-founder and CFO Money Coaches Canada How would you react if I told you that many of your friends are in debt? You probably wouldn’t be shocked. You’d probably nod your head in agreement, and say something … Continue reading →

Posted in Debt, Money Coaching, Relationship to money


Success Story: Louise – A life changing financial turn-around

Posted on: June 24, 2015

All information used with the client’s permission. In 2010, Louise  was a single mom with a teenage daughter and another daughter under age 10. She spent her days working with words, writing sales and advertising copy that garnered her great … Continue reading →

Posted in Debt, Money Coaching, Relationship to money, Success Stories