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Annual BC Consumer Debt Study Reveals New Debt Red Flag

Feb 7, 2019

Sands & Associates, British Columbia’s largest firm of Licensed Insolvency Trustees recently released the findings of its sixth annual BC Consumer Debt Study, based on survey responses from over 1,600 British Columbians who had either filed for personal...Read more

Not All is Created Equal When it Comes to Debt – Breakfast Television Vancouver

Jan 31, 2019

Most Canadians are carrying some type of debt, from a mortgage to a student loan to a (or several!) credit card. But what many consumers don’t consider, is that not all types of debt are created equal and it’s important to take stock before taking on the...Read more

4 Debt Help Resources Everyone Should Know About

Jan 29, 2019

As Licensed Insolvency Trustees, we have the legal authority and expertise to help you get out of debt. For many people that come to see us, some of the best value we provide is to give coaching and education about what resources exist for consumers faced...Read more

Consumers Seeking Debt Help on the Rise – BNN Bloomberg Reports

Jan 3, 2019

Record-high debt levels, interest rate hikes and a jump in payday loan use are being cited as just some of the reasons more and more Canadians are reaching out for professional debt help. BNN Bloomberg spoke with debt help experts from the insolvency industry...Read more

Breakfast Television Vancouver: 5 Facts About Debt You Didn’t Know

Nov 26, 2018

If you were facing a serious financial problem because of debt, would you know what legal options, rights and remedies were available to you? The stressful reality many Canadians face is that they don’t know the facts about how to manage a debt problem, or...Read more

What Can Creditors Do if I Can’t Pay? – Global News Reports

Nov 13, 2018

No one expects to face a situation that leaves you unable to meet your financial obligations. Fear over wondering “what will happen if I can’t pay?” can seriously compound the stress of a debt problem. Blair Mantin, Vice-President and Licensed...Read more

Understanding Interest Rates – Global News Reports

Oct 23, 2018

Interest rates are frequently speculated about in the media and by financial analysts, but what do they mean for the average person? The impact of interest rates can vary, from significant to virtually nothing – mostly depending on which types of debts you...Read more

Breakfast Television Vancouver: Tips to Avoid the Minimum Payment Trap

Oct 2, 2018

According to Equifax data last year approximately 59% of Canadians paid off their credit card balances in full each month; so far this year that number has declined to 56%. Although this may seem like a small change, the fact that total consumer debt...Read more

Understanding the Effects of Bankruptcy – Global News Reports

Sep 11, 2018

Being in debt can be stressful and this stress can be exacerbated by a sense of shame. Many people feel ashamed about not being able to repay their debts, consequently this embarrassment means that money problems (and solutions) are not an area of finances...Read more

Global News: Unexpected Debt – and What to do About it

Jul 3, 2018

While it’s common for debts to build up slowly over time, there are often cases where people are confronted with debts they were not expecting. Vancouver Licensed Insolvency Trustee Blair Mantin visited Global News to talk about some common scenarios where...Read more

Global News: Four Mistakes to Avoid When in Debt

May 29, 2018

Being in debt can be stressful at the best of times. Once you realize your debts are beyond your comfort level, you may be tempted to take certain actions to deal with the problem. Some of these actions may actually be counterproductive to the objective of...Read more

Global News: Tips for Tax Time

Apr 3, 2018

April 30th is the deadline for most Canadians to file a personal tax return. Tax time can seem intimidating, especially if you owe money. Licensed Insolvency Trustee and Senior Vice-President of Sands & Associates Blair Mantin shared some key tips...Read more

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

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

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

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

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

Global News: “I’m in debt. Now what?” – 5 Options to Get Out of Debt

Dec 11, 2017

One of the biggest challenges people face when they find themselves in debt is not knowing what debt options exist to solve the problem. Sands & Associates Vice-President and Licensed Insolvency Trustee Blair Mantin recently joined Global News BC and...Read more

Blair Mantin Debunks Top 4 Myths & Misconceptions About Debt: Breakfast Television Vancouver

Nov 27, 2017

In keeping with November being Financial Literacy Month in Canada, Blair Mantin joined Vancouver’s Breakfast Television for a segment debunking his top four myths and misconceptions about debt, and shares how they can end up costing consumers...Read more

Global News: “Focus on Financial Literacy Month” – 5 Things You Didn’t Know about Debt

Nov 20, 2017

Vice-President of Sands & Associates and Licensed Insolvency Trustee Blair Mantin was a recent guest of Global News Vancouver, for a segment highlighting November’s Financial Literacy Month. Blair shares “5 Things You Didn’t Know about Debt”...Read more

Global News: Minimum Payment Math

Oct 2, 2017

Blair Mantin, a Licensed Insolvency Trustee and Vice-President of Sands & Associates recently appeared on Global News Vancouver. In this segment Blair explains the realities of “Minimum Payment Math” and highlights some examples of minimum payment...Read more

Breakfast Television Vancouver: 5 Signs Your Debt Might Be a Problem

Sep 25, 2017

Blair Mantin, a Licensed Insolvency Trustee and Vice-President of Sands & Associates was a recent guest on Vancouver’s Breakfast Television. Debt is a fact of life for most Canadians, with recent Statistics Canada research indicating that Canadians...Read more

Global News – Money Matters: Not All Debts are Created Equal

Sep 5, 2017

Licensed Insolvency Trustee and Vice-President of Sands & Associates Blair Mantin was a recent guest at Global News Vancouver. In this “Money Matters” segment, Blair shares professional tips and insights that every consumer should know. As Blair...Read more

Global News – Money Matters: Five Sneaky Credit Killers

Aug 21, 2017

Sands & Associates Vice-President and Licensed Insolvency Trustee Blair Mantin recently appeared on the Global News segment “Money Matters”. In this segment, Blair sheds light on some of the most common, yet often unknown issues that can impact...Read more

Mental and Physical Health Suffers under Strain of Debt: BC Consumer Debt Study Report

Jun 5, 2017

Sands & Associates recently released the results of the fifth annual BC Consumer Debt Study. The study highlighted several findings, with a focus on providing insights into the psychological and physical impacts of debts on consumers. The 2017 BC...Read more

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