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Household Debt and the Canadian Election

Posted on August 24, 2015 | by Consolidated Credit Counseling Services of Canada

Much has been made of the "middle class" in campaign promises, and household debt is clearly a political priority. Executive director Jeff Schwartz spoke with CPAC's Holly Doan about Canadians and debt...Read full article

Paying Down Debt: A Priority

Posted on June 5, 2015 | by Consolidated Credit Counseling Services of Canada

A recent survey revealed that Canadians are ready to cut back their discretionary spending in an effort to pay off their debts. Consolidated Credit's Jacob MacDonald spoke about it with Air 106.1 FM in Alberta...Read full article

We’re Tightening our Purse Strings

Posted on June 4, 2015 | by Jacob MacDonald

A new report suggests that Canadians are eager to cut leisure spending and focus on paying down debt. Consolidated Credit offers advice on how to achieve that goal...Read full article

Are we in Debt Denial?

Posted on May 24, 2015 | by Kylie-Anne Doerner

A recent report took aim at the "debt doomsayers," arguing that we aren't in debt trouble at all. Consolidated Credit would like to separate fact from fiction...Read full article

Actually, Debt IS a Problem!

Posted on May 22, 2015 | by Consolidated Credit Counseling Services of Canada

The Fraser Institute says debt fears are overblown, and Consolidated Credit disagrees. Jeff Schwartz tells News1310 that not all debts and assets are created equally...Read full article

The Canary in the Financial Coal Mine

Posted on May 14, 2015 | by Jacob MacDonald

Household assets and keeping up with bills might not mean you're financially fit if you're not saving. An inability to save should be a red flag...Read full article

Canadian debt levels are increasing

Posted on April 30, 2015 | by Jacob MacDonald

An alarming number of Canadians owe $2.00 for every $1.00 they earn, and it's growing. Consolidated Credit wants to reverse the trend...Read full article

Boom and Bust in Alberta

Posted on April 23, 2015 | by Consolidated Credit Counseling Services of Canada

Alberta was once the economic envy of Canada. Now Albertans are facing unemployment and high debt levels and seeking help from Consolidated Credit...Read full article