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Licensed Insolvency Trustees Sands & Associates Win Consumer Choice Award

Jan 3, 2020

BC Licensed Insolvency Trustees Sands & Associates is proud to announce that we have been voted as the winners of the Consumer Choice Award for best Licensed Insolvency Trustee in the Vancouver and Abbotsford regions. Sands & Associates has now won...Read more

Meet Jessica, Hear her Debt-Free Success Story

Dec 27, 2019

Even debts that start off small can snowball into long-term unmanageable monthly payments and a balance that just doesn’t seem to go down, no matter how disciplined you are with making monthly payments. The worry and stress of a money problem isn’t...Read more

Less Debt, More Cheer – 5 Quick Holiday Spending Tips

Dec 11, 2019

The approaching holiday season can bring new memories, time to reconnect with loved ones and celebrate the season. For some though, the financial pressures can mean big stress throughout the holidays that often endures long after the festive times have...Read more

What’s the Difference Between Credit Counselling and Consumer Proposals?

Dec 5, 2019

At a first glance credit counselling programs and Consumer Proposals may sound much the same. Although there are some similarities between these two debt consolidation options, there are also some key differences to understand. Read on for an overview and...Read more

Mistakes Not to Make When Dealing with Debt

Nov 28, 2019

Deciding to take proactive measures to get out of debt is an important step in taking charge of your financial future. Unfortunately, some actions can have unforeseen consequences and ultimately cause setbacks in meeting your debt-free goals. November is...Read more

Meet Tammy, Hear her Debt-Free Success Story

Nov 26, 2019

Unexpected life events can make it difficult to meet financial demands, and many Canadians find themselves struggling with money problems every year. We understand that it can be difficult to take the first step of asking for help, especially if you’re used...Read more

Paying Off Credit Card Debt – 3 Problems to Avoid

Nov 19, 2019

With over 75 million credit cards in circulation across the country, it’s clear that the average Canadian is enjoying the convenience of credit card use - unfortunately that convenience can come at a big cost. Vancouver-based Licensed Insolvency Trustee...Read more

Bankruptcy Success Story: Meet Suzanne

Nov 12, 2019

Meet Suzanne - she lives in BC’s lower mainland, owns her own home and vehicle, has a career as a self-employed financial advisor that she loves and describes herself as being financially stable. Suzanne’s journey to success hasn’t been smooth or easy,...Read more

Meet Peter, Hear his Debt-Free Success Story

Oct 23, 2019

Life events beyond our control often have serious long-term financial consequences. Despite many people’s best efforts, they’re sometimes simply unable to continue to manage their debts on their own. It’s important for consumers and business owners to...Read more

Knowing is Not Owing – 5 Debt Myths Dispelled

Oct 17, 2019

When it comes to debt, what you don’t know can hurt you financially. Vancouver-based Licensed Insolvency Trustee and Vice-President of Sands & Associates Blair Mantin helps people with debt solutions every day and is no stranger to giving advice and...Read more

4 Actions That Can Hurt A Credit Rating

Oct 1, 2019

Local Licensed Insolvency Trustee and Vice-President of Sands & Associates Blair Mantin meets with people every day who are looking for solutions to help them manage debt. Whether ultimately trying to pay off debt or boost their credit score, as a debt...Read more

How do Consumer Proposals Compare to Debt Consolidation Loans?

Nov 16, 2020

Consumer Proposals are an increasingly popular choice for Canadians seeking to better manage their debts. Known for affordable monthly payments and flexibility, a Consumer Proposal can have many benefits over choosing to consolidate debt with a consolidation...Read more

What Happens After Filing a Consumer Proposal

Aug 14, 2020

Consumer Proposals are a powerful debt management solution offered exclusively by Licensed Insolvency Trustees that can allow you to consolidate your debt legally, without borrowing or resorting to bankruptcy. Because a Consumer Proposal is not a loan, it is...Read more

Debt Management Tips to Help Navigate the COVID-19 Crisis

Apr 3, 2020

As Licensed Insolvency Trustees serving the entire province, the debt help experts at Sands & Associates are no strangers to assisting individuals and businesses in overcoming challenging financial situations – we aid thousands of BC residents each year...Read more

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