How to Increase Your Chances of Getting Approved for a Personal Loan – MoneySense

In reality, lenders are looking at a much bigger picture. Credit history matters, but so does income stability, existing debt and how you approach the application itself. While there is no guaranteed formula for approval, there are steps you can take to improve your chances without pretending that your finances are impeccable. Here’s what Canadian […]

Calls for credit counseling are increasing as Canadians struggle with rising costs – MoneySense

The number of calls to credit counseling agencies has increased by 40% Nationally, requests for help with debt management are increasing, but the provincial breakdown is even more telling: Ontario: 59.1% British Columbia: 58.1% Manitoba: 33.9% New Brunswick: 25.2% Alberta: 18.8% Residents of Toronto and Vancouver probably won’t be surprised: the cost of living in […]