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...
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Benefits Of Bankruptcy
Are you experiencing issues with your finances? It’s never easy. When combing through the alternatives, those struggling with their financial situation often ask if bankruptcy is the best option. While everyone experiences different financial difficulties, filing for...
Brandon Licensed Insolvency Trustee Supports Financial Literacy Month
BRANDON, Manitoba: Did you know that November is Financial Literacy Month? C. Buhler & Associates Ltd., a Canadian insolvency agency headquartered in Brandon, Manitoba, believes that financial education is the biggest key to helping people understand and stay out...
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,...
Enjoying Staycations On A Budget
You’ve been working extremely hard lately, and it’s time that you give yourself a break. Now that the state of the world is slowly opening up travel options, a vacation might sound like a great idea. However, the only problem is that vacationing can be expensive, and...
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...
Guiding Women on Debt, Wealth and Everyday Finances with Crystal Buhler
When it comes to women, wellbeing and autonomy are critical. Be it over our healthcare decisions, our freedom of movement, or our finances, having the ability to make informed choices that meet our needs and address our challenges is foundational to full participation...
How Long After A Consumer Proposal Can I Get A Credit Card?
A consumer proposal is a helpful debt relief option for those struggling with paying back their creditors. For those who may not know, a consumer proposal is a legally binding agreement that you make with your creditors. In this agreement, you will pay back a portion...
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...