Surrey Bankruptcy & Debt Services

In addition to being a Senior Vice President of Sands & Associates, a Licensed Insolvency Trustee and Chartered Professional Accountant, Raj is a Certified Management Accountant and Chartered Insolvency and Restructuring Professional. Raj has more than 10 years of experience in banking, finance, accounting and insolvency matters, and specializes in helping individuals resolve their personal debts. “Assisting individuals in assessing their options for dealing with debt is my primary focus,” says Raj.

Raj’s approach to one-on-one client sessions is non-judgmental and future-oriented. He encourages clients to assess their current situation and takes the time to understand each client’s unique financial situation so he can provide a complete assessment of all possible options. He encourages clients to understand that it is possible to remove the burden of debt from their shoulders. “Debt does not define an individual. Life happens to everyone. At Sands & Associates, we assist individuals in achieving a financial fresh start,” he says.

Raj is fluent in Punjabi.

Raj’s number one piece of advice for people seeking help with their debts:

“You do not have control of what happened in the past. Let’s understand where you are today so that you can move forward to a debt-free future.”

Connect with Raj today to discuss your options during a free, confidential, one-on-one consultation.

Contact Raj to set up your appointment.

Kimberly To has helped individuals manage and resolve their debts for 25 years. Kimberly is committed to empowering clients through offering them concise and clear information about their debt relief options. Her goal is to create a comfortable and productive environment during each one-on-one session with her Sands & Associates clients. “I aim to reduce each person’s stress by the end of our session,” says Kimberly.

Kimberly is fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin.

Kimberly’s number one piece of advice for people seeking help with their debts:

“A free consultation with a Licensed Insolvency Trustee is a great place to start. There is no obligation and you gain new, important information.”

Connect with Kimberly today to discuss your options during a free, confidential, one-on-one consultation.

Contact Kimberly to set up your appointment.

Marianne Ting is a Licensed Insolvency Trustee with over 13 years’ experience helping consumers and business owners with solutions to deal with their debts. Marianne believes that it’s never too late for a fresh start, and that it’s important to focus on moving forward. As she explains, “Don’t be ashamed about having a debt problem – life happens, and debt doesn’t discriminate. Help is here! Although you may be struggling now, that doesn’t have to forever hold you back from your future goals.”

Marianne’s number one piece of advice for people seeking help with their debts:

“Know that you have options, and understanding the debt solutions available to you is critical to making an informed decision. Reach out, ask the questions, and get the knowledge to move forward with confidence.”

Connect with Marianne today to discuss your options during a free, confidential, one-on-one consultation.

Contact Marianne to set up your appointment.

With more than 15 years of experience, Cindy Wallas works with individual and corporate clients to resolve their debt issues. Cindy is currently enrolled in the CAIRP (Trustee) Qualification Program. Recognizing that debt management requires thorough understanding of resolution options, Cindy offers comprehensive insight and guidance, and encourages clients to take their time. “My main goal when it comes to assisting clients is to make them feel comfortable and give them as much time and information as they need to make their decision,” says Cindy.

Cindy’s number one piece of advice for people seeking help with their debts:

“Once you deal with your past debt and past financial issues, you can look towards the future with excitement and optimism.”

Connect with Cindy today to discuss your options during a free, confidential, one-on-one consultation.

Contact Cindy to set up your appointment.

Joanne Fong has more than 15 years of experience assisting individuals with personal debt resolution, and specializes in personal bankruptcy and consumer proposals. As a Sands & Associates Estate Manager, Joanne’s goal during one-on-one sessions with clients is to offer clarity, practical insight and hope. “Helping my clients see that there is light at the end of the tunnel is the most important aspect of what I do,” says Joanne.

Joanne is also fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin.

Joanne’s number one piece of advice for people seeking help with their debts:

“Recognize that there are many ways to move forward. A licensed professional will inform you of avenues you can pursue.”

Connect with Joanne today to discuss your options during a free, confidential, one-on-one consultation.

Contact Joanne to set up your appointment.

John Manson has seven years of personal insolvency experience and is dedicated to providing his Sands & Associates clients the tools they require to manage and overcome challenging financial situations. Specializing in personal insolvency, John helps clients understand the often daunting and misunderstood aspects of debt resolution. “The most important part of my job is informing people of the laws around dealing with debt and how it affects their situation,” says John.

John’s number one piece of advice for people seeking help with their debts:

“Take full advantage of the tools and information you receive from your Licensed Insolvency Trustee. The more that you put into the process, the more you can get out of it.”

Connect with John today to discuss your options during a free, confidential, one-on-one consultation.

Contact John to set up your appointment.

Kristine Medeiros is an Insolvency Estate Manager and Qualified Insolvency Counsellor with 18 years of experience. Kristine specializes in consumer proposals and personal bankruptcy, providing individuals relief from their financial difficulties. The cornerstone of Kristine’s approach to one-on-one sessions with Sands & Associates clients is empathetic listening and improving their understanding of their options. “Truly assisting clients means treating them with respect and dignity while offering the information they require to make an informed decision,” says Kristine.

Kristine’s number one piece of advice for people seeking help with their debts:

“Many individuals facing challenging financial situations think bankruptcy is their only option. This is not the case. Meet with a licensed professional to understand the options available to you.”

Connect with Kristine today to discuss your options during a free one-on-one consultation.

Contact Kristine to set up your appointment.

Melanie Tan is an Estate Manager and Qualified Insolvency Counsellor with Sands & Associates who has more than 15 years of experience helping people manage their debt. Melanie’s focus is providing clients guidance and solutions to resolve their financial challenges and deal with debt for good. She says it’s incredibly rewarding to help people work through the process and especially gratifying to see how clients’ outlook and even financial skills can grow. She says, “Offering solutions for money management, budgeting tools, strategies to help develop savings, and re-establishing financial goals are all important aspects of the work we do together.”

Melanie’s number one piece of advice for people seeking help with their debts:

“It’s very important to seek help sooner rather than later, especially when there are already warning signs of financial difficulties. We’re here to help!”

Connect with Melanie today to discuss your options during a free, confidential, one-on-one consultation.

Contact Melanie to set up your appointment.

Yuliya Bal is an Estate Manager with over five years’ experience working with British Columbians looking for solutions to deal with their debt. When meeting with clients at Sands & Associates Yuliya strives to create a space where people can feel comfortable and at ease, as she explains, “Having a debt problem can be scary, and knowing you have understanding supportive help is important.”

Yuliya is also fluent in Ukrainian.

Yuliya’s number one piece of advice for people seeking help with their debts: 

“Connecting with a Licensed Insolvency Trustee to get information about your options is a key step to overcoming the worry you may have about your debt. You are not alone, and a fresh start IS possible!”

Connect with Yuliya today to discuss your options during a free, confidential, one-on-one consultation.

Contact Yuliya to set up your appointment.

Lilian Chung is a Qualified Insolvency Counsellor with over nine years of experience in the personal debt management field. Lilian works with Sands & Associates personal bankruptcy and Consumer Proposal clients, providing one-on-one financial counselling. Her primary goal during financial counselling sessions is to help clients set and achieve financial goals, and to develop a realistic personal budget. She says, “The most rewarding part about what I do is being able to help people cut their debts and get a fresh start.”

Lilian is also fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin.

Lilian’s number one piece of advice for people seeking help with their debts:

“Make sure you understand all your options before you make a decision on how to move forward with dealing with your debt.”