Budget Boosters
May 12, 2014
Hate budgeting? Think watching dollars is a real drag? Get on good terms with your budget with our top 7 ‘Budget Booster’ tips: Schedule a financial check-up. When was the last time you had a heart-to-heart with your finances? If it’s been...Read more
5 Things You Didn’t Know About Bankruptcy
Apr 7, 2014
If you’re researching bankruptcy in BC you’ll find an overwhelming amount of available information, whether it’s from the internet, friends and family or even a financial advisor. Unfortunately, it won’t all be true… A lot of people tend to make up...Read more
Tax Debt Tips
Mar 24, 2014
Your slips are all in, the forms compiled and submitted and you’re waiting for the bottom line. A triumph for those expecting money back, or a nerve-wracking wait for those with a bill – yes, it’s tax time! If you’re in the category of people who...Read more
Warning Signs: Home Ownership Costs
Mar 3, 2014
Owning a home is a great source of pride for many Canadians, one that can have many perks and benefits. For some however, it can be a financial downfall: sky-high mortgage costs, special assessments or unaffordable property taxes can quickly become a...Read more
Love, Marriage & Debt: Poll Results
Feb 17, 2014
Now that Valentine’s Day has passed and the love hangover known as reality has begun to set in, it may just be the ideal time to take a look at the role debt plays in our relationship. Ontario Trustees and Proposal Administrators, Hoyes Michalos &...Read more
All You Need is Love
Feb 3, 2014
Our newest infographic - in time to help you (and your wallet) with Valentine's Day! To arrange a free and confidential consultation to discuss your debt resolution options in one of our local BC offices please contact...Read more
Sands & Associates Releases Second Annual BC Consumer Debt Study
Jan 19, 2014
Sands & Associates, BC's largest firm of licensed Trustees in bankruptcy and consumer proposal administrators, today released results of a study offering insight into BC’s soaring consumer debt levels. As part of the second annual BC Consumer Debt...Read more
“I Wish I Knew” Contest Finalists
Jan 13, 2014
As part of 2013’s Financial Literacy Month, Sands & Associates partnered with Goth & Company, Hoyes Michalos, Allan Marshall & Associates and Janes Noseworthy, Trustees across Canada to host the “I Wish I Knew” video contest. Our $2,000...Read more
Shedding Light on Black Friday
Nov 4, 2013
The American-based trend of "Black Friday" has exploded across Canada as retailers attempt to keep shoppers from spending over the border... To arrange a free and confidential debt consultation to discuss your debt resolution options in one of our...Read more
Sands & Associates Conducts First B.C. Student Finances Study
Oct 25, 2013
Study results show that B.C. University students lack financial life skills and knowledge Vancouver, B.C. (October 28, 2013) -- Sands & Associates, B.C.'s Largest Firm of Licensed Trustees and Administrators of Consumer Proposals announced today, the...Read more
But what about my Credit Score?
Oct 21, 2013
Concerns about credit reports and credit scores are very common worries that people mention. Despite the fact that their debts are causing stress, some individuals are more focused on what the credit bureau thinks of them than what they are facing (often on...Read more
