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What is a Consumer Proposal, and how does it work?
My name is Crystal Buhler, and I’m a Licensed Insolvency Trustee with C. Buhler & Associates Ltd. You may have heard about Consumer Proposals, but aren’t quite sure what they are, or how they work. A consumer proposal is a legally binding debt settlement...
What is a Licensed Insolvency Trustee?
I’m Crystal Buhler, Licensed Insolvency Trustee with C. Buhler & Associates Ltd. I often get asked “What is a Licensed Insolvency Trustee?” You might also see the abbreviation “LIT”, and wonder what that stands for. An LIT is a...
Can You Be Denied A Consumer Proposal?
Filing a consumer proposal can be an excellent debt relief option for many people in Canada, as well as an alternative to bankruptcy. Consumer proposals can be a successful way out of your debt struggles while also allowing you to keep your major assets. However,...
Moolala: Money Made Simple with Bruce Sellery
Dealing with debt can be different in different communities. We speak to Crystal Buhler, a Licensed Insolvency Trustee with Debt Free North about how deal with debt differs in more remote communities. Click here to listen to the full episode. Bruce: I am the CEO of...
How Long Does A Consumer Proposal Stay On Your Credit File?
Both your credit score and credit report have a major impact on almost all of the financial decisions you can make. When you file a consumer proposal, it will affect your credit and stay on your credit report for a set period of time from the date you filed, or from...
When Should I Consider Contacting a Licensed Insolvency Trustee?
It seems that everywhere you turn, people are struggling financially. With the rising cost of everything from gas to groceries, it’s no surprise that the average Canadian is ending the month with less cash, and sometimes just a bit further behind. There’s no doubt...
What does a Licensed Insolvency Trustee do?
A Licensed Insolvency Trustee is a debt professional, specifically licensed to handle bankruptcies and Consumer Proposals and to provide advice on debt options to all Canadians. How exactly do they do that? Here’s a quick overview: Licensed Insolvency Trustees meet...
How to Find a Licensed Insolvency Trustee in Canada
If you are in financial trouble and struggling to make meaningful payments on your debts, you might consider consulting with a Licensed Insolvency Trustee. A Licensed Insolvency Trustee can provide you with a summary of your options, including debt consolidation and...