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584 – Top Mistakes Debtors Make and How to Avoid Them

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Drawing on experience from 25+ years and 73,000+ filings, Doug and Ted break down the top debt mistakes Canadians make, and how to avoid them. They explain how problems creep up, why waiting narrows your options, high-cost credit and payday-loan cycles, CRA's real collection powers, and so much more. Canada-specific guidance for debtors with tips on protecting your long-term financial health. (00:00) How debt mistakes happen (02:00) Spotting debt problems early (04:30) Waiting too long is costly: interest, stress, fewer options (06:30) Choosing the right help: Licensed Insolvency Trustees vs. "debt consultants" (08:30) Minimum payments: is it ever a good strategy? (10:30) High-cost credit & payday loan cycle (13:30) Ignoring CRA debt: the powers of the Canada Revenue Agency (15:30) RRSPs to pay debt? Taxes, exemptions, and better paths (18:00) The credit-score trap (21:00) Practical resets, scam red flags Hoyes Michalos Joe Debtor Consumer Insolvency Study 2024 DIY Free Credit Repair Course Sign Up for the Monthly Debt Free Digest Hoyes Michalos YouTube Channel Learn About Debt Relief Options in Ontario Disclaimer: The information provided in the Debt Free in 30 Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not intended as personal financial advice. Individual financial situations vary and may require personal guidance from a financial professional. The views expressed in this episode do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Hoyes, Michalos & Associates, or any other affiliated organizations. We do not endorse or guarantee the effectiveness of any specific financial institutions, strategies, or digital tools/apps discussed.

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Drawing on experience from 25+ years and 73,000+ filings, Doug and Ted break down the top debt mistakes Canadians make, and how to avoid them. They explain how problems creep up, why waiting narrows your options, high-cost credit and payday-loan cycles, CRA's real collection powers, and so much more. Canada-specific guidance for debtors with tips on protecting your long-term financial health. (00:00) How debt mistakes happen (02:00) Spotting debt problems early (04:30) Waiting too long is costly: interest, stress, fewer options (06:30) Choosing the right help: Licensed Insolvency Trustees vs. "debt consultants" (08:30) Minimum payments: is it ever a good strategy? (10:30) High-cost credit & payday loan cycle (13:30) Ignoring CRA debt: the powers of the Canada Revenue Agency (15:30) RRSPs to pay debt? Taxes, exemptions, and better paths (18:00) The credit-score trap (21:00) Practical resets, scam red flags Hoyes Michalos Joe Debtor Consumer Insolvency Study 2024 DIY Free Credit Repair Course Sign Up for the Monthly Debt Free Digest Hoyes Michalos YouTube Channel Learn About Debt Relief Options in Ontario Disclaimer: The information provided in the Debt Free in 30 Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not intended as personal financial advice. Individual financial situations vary and may require personal guidance from a financial professional. The views expressed in this episode do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Hoyes, Michalos & Associates, or any other affiliated organizations. We do not endorse or guarantee the effectiveness of any specific financial institutions, strategies, or digital tools/apps discussed.

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