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5 Do’s and Don’ts for Tax Time: Breakfast Television Vancouver

Mar 26, 2018

While some people look forward to an annual cheque from the government courtesy of their tax refund, others dread the chore of filing. Like it or not, as the expression goes: “two things in life are certain - death and taxes” and tax time is...Read more

Office Spotlight: Sands & Associates Nanaimo

Mar 19, 2018

Are you feeling like you need a plan to get out of debt? Considering a debt consolidation loan, making a Consumer Proposal or even filing a personal bankruptcy? Sands & Associates are experts in bankruptcy and debt consolidation services, and our...Read more

Global News: “What to Do with Seniors’ Debt Problems”

Mar 8, 2018

More and more Canadians are retiring with debt, which has helped contribute to a demographic commonly known as “Grandpa Debtors”. It’s not uncommon for the difficulties of carrying debt into retirement to snowball quickly for retirees. The impact...Read more

3 Types of Debt Consolidation in Canada

Mar 5, 2018

Many people find it’s difficult to pay off debt when they are juggling multiple creditors and debt payments monthly, each with their own set of fees and interest charges. If debt consolidation is a debt management tool you are considering, you may be...Read more

How to Pay Off Student Loans in BC

Feb 26, 2018

Does it feel like you’ll never be free from student loans? There IS hope! As Licensed Insolvency Trustees in BC, we meet with people every day who are struggling to pay off student debt. Some are unable to find work in their chosen field, others are...Read more

What Debts Can a Licensed Insolvency Trustee Help With?

Feb 19, 2018

BC Licensed Insolvency Trustees Sands & Associates answers your questions about how to get out of debt using options such as debt consolidation, Consumer Proposals, and personal bankruptcy: Q: What kind of debt can a Licensed Insolvency Trustee help...Read more

Global News: Relationships and Debt

Feb 13, 2018

With 1 in 3 couples claiming that debt is a major source of stress, Vancouver debt expert, Licensed Insolvency Trustee Blair Mantin of Sands & Associates joined Global News BC to share some professional Do’s and Don’ts when it comes to managing debt...Read more

Office Spotlight: Sands & Associates Victoria

Feb 5, 2018

Carrying too much debt or feeling debt-stressed can have a huge influence on our lives. As Licensed Insolvency Trustees we meet with people seeking debt help every day and we understand that life events out of our control can and do happen, and these often...Read more

Budget Best Practices with Blair Mantin: Breakfast Television Vancouver

Jan 29, 2018

How much of my income should be allocated to housing? What percentage of my pay should go towards debt repayment? Savings? Groceries? These are just a few commonly asked questions for people looking for best practices when it comes to budgeting. ...Read more

Sands & Associates Port Coquitlam Voted “A-List” Winners!

Jan 22, 2018

Sands & Associates is honoured to announce that our Port Coquitlam office was voted an A-List Winner by the Tri-City News! Tri-City News readers cast votes for ‘Best in the Tri-Cities’ in over 170 business categories, as part of the annual A-List...Read more

What the Higher Interest Rate Means to You: Blair Mantin on Breakfast Television Vancouver

Jan 19, 2018

A predicted interest rate hike took effect this week, following record-low interest rates Canadians have previously enjoyed. The Bank of Canada’s interest rate raise has left many Canadians wondering how they may be impacted. Debt management expert...Read more

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How Do I Get a Consumer Proposal Loan?

Jul 10, 2023

Consumer Proposals are a unique solution for Canadians to consolidate and cut their debts, without needing new financing or loans. Read on to understand how filing a Consumer Proposal works, how you can finish a Consumer Proposal early – and why you should...Read more

What Happens When You Can’t Pay Your Debt?

Jul 10, 2019

Money problems often sneak up on consumers, and few people are prepared to face unexpected financial hardships that leave them unable to repay their debts as planned. If you’re worried about being unable to pay your credit cards or other debts, read on to...Read more

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