You Owe it to Yourself to Get Debt Help
May 22, 2023
Are you worried about managing debt that feels never-ending? Facing account balances that never seem to go down, no matter how many payments you make? Have you been thinking about seeking professional debt advice but been too overwhelmed or afraid to seek...Read more
9 Things Sands & Associates Licensed Insolvency Trustees Want You to Know About Dealing with a Debt Problem
Dec 3, 2021
Since 1990, Sands & Associates - BC’s largest firm of Licensed Insolvency Trustees focused on debt help services for consumers - has helped tens of thousands of people break free from debt and ultimately change their lives with a financial fresh start....Read more
Personal Debt Check-Up: What to Look for (and What to Ignore)
Apr 5, 2021
Are you feeling unsure about where you stand when it comes to debt? Learn some key factors to consider when you’re evaluating your personal debt situation and overall financial health – we’ll also note some things you can disregard, and where to get...Read more
How to Balance Your Budget to Pay Off Debt and Cut Money Stress
Mar 5, 2021
Whether your goal is to pay off debt faster or simply manage your regular expenses without relying on credit, you need a financial plan that works for you. Maybe it feels like your financial intentions are going awry each month? You may be going off-course...Read more
4 Reasons to Get a Debt-Free Plan Today
Dec 14, 2020
The BC debt help specialists at Sands & Associates work with people across the province every day who are seeking a better way to manage their debts and get a financial fresh start. Whether it’s being unsure where to turn for answers, believing a...Read more
What to do When You Can’t Pay a Student Loan in Canada
Apr 24, 2020
While studies have shown that students are often optimistic about their ability to earn great wages after graduation and easily repay their debts, the reality is that many may people wind up juggling student loans, in addition to other debt accumulated during...Read more
4 Financial Professionals Everyone Should Know
May 28, 2019
Blair Mantin, Senior Vice-President of Sands & Associates and Vancouver Licensed Insolvency Trustee meets with people every day who are looking for debt help and financial expertise. He knows better than most that there are times and situations in life...Read more
Cutting Interest on Student Loans – Is It Enough?
May 21, 2019
Blair Mantin Senior Vice-President at Sands & Associates, BC’s biggest firm of Licensed Insolvency Trustees, cautions that recent moves by provincial and federal governments on student loans may not be enough to entirely halt future financial challenges...Read more
4 Tips for a Stress-Free Tax Time
Mar 13, 2019
Tax season can be the best of times (if you’re getting a refund), or the worst of times (if you procrastinate filing or know you owe money). Like it or not, tax time is here! Vice-President at Sands & Associates and Vancouver Licensed Insolvency...Read more
The Cost of Being Single…
Apr 9, 2018
For the first time ever, one-person households are the most common type of living arrangement in Canada. Because expenses are not being shared, singles are typically forced to spend more of their income on basic necessities like food and housing. In a...Read more
Budget Best Practices with Blair Mantin: Breakfast Television Vancouver
Jan 29, 2018
How much of my income should be allocated to housing? What percentage of my pay should go towards debt repayment? Savings? Groceries? These are just a few commonly asked questions for people looking for best practices when it comes to budgeting. ...Read more
What the Higher Interest Rate Means to You: Blair Mantin on Breakfast Television Vancouver
Jan 19, 2018
A predicted interest rate hike took effect this week, following record-low interest rates Canadians have previously enjoyed. The Bank of Canada’s interest rate raise has left many Canadians wondering how they may be impacted. Debt management expert...Read more
Global News: “Focus on Financial Literacy Month” – 5 Things You Didn’t Know about Debt
Nov 20, 2017
Vice-President of Sands & Associates and Licensed Insolvency Trustee Blair Mantin was a recent guest of Global News Vancouver, for a segment highlighting November’s Financial Literacy Month. Blair shares “5 Things You Didn’t Know about Debt”...Read more
Global News – Money Matters: Five Sneaky Credit Killers
Aug 21, 2017
Sands & Associates Vice-President and Licensed Insolvency Trustee Blair Mantin recently appeared on the Global News segment “Money Matters”. In this segment, Blair sheds light on some of the most common, yet often unknown issues that can impact...Read more
Mental and Physical Health Suffers under Strain of Debt: BC Consumer Debt Study Report
Jun 5, 2017
Sands & Associates recently released the results of the fifth annual BC Consumer Debt Study. The study highlighted several findings, with a focus on providing insights into the psychological and physical impacts of debts on consumers. The 2017 BC...Read more
Sands & Associates Releases Fifth Annual BC Consumer Debt Study
May 25, 2017
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA – May 25, 2017 Sands & Associates, BC’s largest firm of Licensed Insolvency Trustees, released the results of their fifth annual BC Consumer Debt Study today. The 2017 BC Consumer Debt Study provides an in-depth look...Read more
CTV News at Noon: “Tips for Tax Time”
Mar 20, 2017
Vice-President of Sands & Associates and Licensed Insolvency Trustee Blair Mantin was a guest on CTV Vancouver’s ‘News at Noon’ today. While tax time can seem intimidating to many filers (especially if you owe money), the season for tax returns is...Read more
CTV News at Noon: “Relationships & Debt”
Feb 7, 2017
Vice-President of Sands & Associates and Licensed Insolvency Trustee Blair Mantin was a guest on CTV Vancouver’s ‘News at Noon’ today. Although finances don’t often play a part in couples Valentine’s Day plans, one in three couples do say that...Read more
CTV News at Noon: “Budget Best Practices to Start 2017 Off Right!”
Jan 9, 2017
Licensed Insolvency Trustee and Vice-President of Sands & Associates Blair Mantin was a guest on CTV Vancouver’s ‘News at Noon’ today. With a fresh year and new resolutions, January is the perfect time to start, or improve upon a household...Read more
Tips to Avoid a Financial Bah, Humbug!
Dec 12, 2016
Our latest holiday infographic, with seasonal spending stats and tips to keep your finances festive - well into the new year! To meet with a representative for a free, confidential consultation in one of our 17 BC offices, please contact...Read more
Back-to-School Budget Hacks
Aug 29, 2016
Read our top 7 back-to-school budget tips to help prepare your kids for the classroom, without feeling the financial pinch! To meet with a representative for a free, confidential consultation in one of our local BC offices, please contact...Read more
5 Easy Ways to Avoid Spending Money
Aug 8, 2016
Whether or not you can afford it, sometimes spending can get out of hand. Spending issues don’t tend to go away on their own and left unattended can create big problems with debt. If you find that avoiding the urge to spend money is a particularly difficult...Read more
Why your Credit Score Doesn’t Really Matter
Jul 11, 2016
Overall, we tend to worry a lot about what other think of us – and there’s no exception when it comes to finances. We often hear from people in serious financial crisis who are more concerned with what the bank thinks about them (via a credit score)...Read more
How to Have a Stress-Free Tax Season
Mar 7, 2016
One of the two certainties of life is an annual event that can leave more than a few people feeling stressed. Read on for our tips on how to navigate through this year's tax season. Pre-filing - Keys to Minimize Tax Stress Keeping a list of documents...Read more
Financial Tips for a Sweet Valentine’s Day
Feb 1, 2016
Let cupid aim at your heart, not your wallet! Book a free, confidential debt consultation with a local BC Licensed Insolvency Trustee...Read more
CTV Morning Live – Ask an Expert: “Tackling Student Loans”
Nov 9, 2015
Sands & Associates Vice-President and licensed Trustee Blair Mantin appeared on today’s CTV Morning Live segment “Ask an Expert”. Today’s segment looked at how students can tackle their student loans. Recent studies have shown that students may...Read more
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How Do I Get a Consumer Proposal Loan?
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Consumer Proposals are a unique solution for Canadians to consolidate and cut their debts, without needing new financing or loans. Read on to understand how filing a Consumer Proposal works, how you can finish a Consumer Proposal early – and why you should...Read more
What Happens When You Can’t Pay Your Debt?
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Money problems often sneak up on consumers, and few people are prepared to face unexpected financial hardships that leave them unable to repay their debts as planned. If you’re worried about being unable to pay your credit cards or other debts, read on to...Read more
