Lottery odds – 7/7 numbers – 1 in 28,633,528 Feeling overwhelmed! DEBT can also have that same overwhelming feeling! Countless reasons why Canadians experience overwhelming debt: Divorce Illness Unemployment Economic downturn – Business failure It has been my experience that 1 in 5 is living the life of what I called uncontrolled debt. Every second week...Continue reading
How Working in the Best Interests of the Debtor Produced a Debt Consolidation for the Ages In January 2014 I met with a gentleman who I immediately realized was extremely cheerful by nature. I don’t want to use his real name, so let’s call him Jerry. It’s a good thing Jerry was naturally cheerful as...Continue reading
Debt is a continuously growing problem for households in Canada today, putting the economy at risk. To do our part, our debt counselling company, 4Pillars, seeks to end debt through a different approach to help those still struggling with it. Our services are specifically aimed at addressing the debtor’s needs in over the creditor’s unlike some...Continue reading
Why is there so much credit card debt We live in what is called a “Consumer Society” this means that products are bought on credit, so you have it now and pay for it later with interest this is called unsecured debt. It is easy to stay on top of your debt if you pay...Continue reading
When we think about filing bankruptcy, we often think that we will be in the hands of the court and protected from your creditors. In some ways this is true, but you will actually have to pay fees to the Bankruptcy Trustee and just because you are paying their fees, this does not mean they...Continue reading
At some point in your life you may find yourself in need of a financial home renovation. In some cases it may be a simple DIY fix with a fresh coat of ‘tighten the budget’ paint. However, for most of us, Debt Restructuring is a bigger project, one that should be left to the professionals....Continue reading
What is debt restructuring? I have many people asking – “is this just like going bankrupt with a trustee “ or ”is this like credit counselling? “ or “ is 4 Pillars a Debt Settlement company”? I understand why folks would be a little confused with all the terminology being used in the marketplace, but...Continue reading
Who really needs debt help Much of the general public assumes that the people who need help sorting out their debt troubles are a bunch of irresponsible shopaholics. It’s easy to make that assumption too, since there is a lot of conspicuous consumption in our society—we are constantly bombarded with advertising messages every day encouraging...Continue reading
Debt restructuring is the process by which a significant portion, usually 60-80% is extinguished while the remainder gets paid off over a period of up to 5 years interest-free. It is principally a method to avoid bankruptcy. Creditors like it because they get something in return on what they have lent out. In comparison, a bankrupt...Continue reading
This article is by Trevor Glasser, a debt consolidation expert in Oshawa, Ontario. Trevor Glasser has over 7 years of experience helping Oshawa families and businesses get out of debt. Many consumers struggle with trying to figure out if they are in trouble or not. How do you objectively determine what your financial health is...Continue reading
