Smythe Insolvency Inc.
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This year, take some time to thoughtfully lay out your truest hopes, goals and dreams. Do you want to travel the world? Go back to school? Give back to local charities? Pay down your debt? Many of us are spending money on things we don't even want - we're just living how we *think* our families, friends and colleagues expect us to live. When we figure out what we most want, we can start living our best life and spend our money accordingly.... #Goals #Dreams #Budget #AdviceBySmythe

"Both my wife and I lost our jobs through COVID-19 so needless to say, our family was hit hard due to the pandemic. We didn’t see a way out until we met with Smythe Insolvency. Greg walked us through the entire process over the phone and made things easy and straight-forward. He reassured us that we weren’t alone and he helped us find some hope in a very dark time. We’re on our way to becoming debt free and are incredibly grateful to Greg and the entire team at Smythe." - Sta...n W. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you're worried about your financial ability to continue to weather this crisis, reach out to a LIT. We're here to help. #AdviceBySmythe #LITsCanHelp

If you're struggling with debt, it can literally feel like you're carrying an extra 100lbs of weight with you everywhere you go. It's exhausting, it can hold you back from doing the things you love and it's just not sustainable. The good news is you don't have to carry that weight alone. Talk to an LIT about how you can let go of your debt and start living a life of financial freedom. #LITsCanHelp #FinancialFreedom #AdviceBySmythe

Wrapping paper. Ribbons and bows. Shipping costs. A higher hydro bill for those twinkling, bright lights! Unexpected expenses around the holidays can add up quickly. When you’re accounting for your budget this month, make sure to account for these extra costs. #HolidayBudget #DebtFreeHoliday #HolidaySpending

"Not only did Smythe Insolvency help my wife and I get out of debt, more importantly, they helped us deal with the underlying causes of our financial difficulties." - Eric L. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Once you make the decision to file for a consumer proposal or personal bankruptcy, the process is relatively simple. Where the real work comes in, is in the financial counseling sessions that follow. We encourage you to be hones...t and explore the underlying reasons why you found yourself in financial difficultly. There is no blame and no shame, it's just an opportunity to do things differently moving forward. Our experienced financial counselors will give you the tools, skills, and strategies to set you up for success! #FLM2020 #FinancialCounseling #FinancialLiteracy

Set aside one minute each day to take a look at your financial transactions. Dedicating 60-seconds each day helps you identify any problems or inconsistencies immediately, keep track of goal progressand set your spending pace for the rest of the day! #FLM2020 #AdviceBySmythe #DailyMoneyMinute #Budget #FinancialTips

Investing time and effort into improving your financial literacy empowers you to make the right financial decisions for yourself and your family. #FLM2020 #FinancialLiteracy #FinancialIQ

"The first step towards getting somewhere is to decide that you are not going to stay where you are." - Anonymous Make the decision that you're not going to stay stuck in your debt for even one more day. Reach out to a Licensed Insolvency Trustee now and take the first step towards getting the financial fresh start that you deserve. #DebtHelp #FreshStart #LITsCanHelp

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Financial Literacy Month in Canada. FML's mission is to help strengthen the financial literacy of individuals and families to empower them to manage their money and debt wisely, save for the future and understand their financial rights and responsibilities. To kick the month off, we've put together some simple financial tips to help you do just that. Visit our blog to learn how you can be financially responsible (maybe even a little savvy!) in your day-to-day life. #FLM2020 #AdviceBySmythe #DebtHelp #FinancialTips

A recent poll suggests that Gen Z are struggling the most financially throughout the pandemic. In Canada, the majority of the younger generation are on the brink (within $200 or less) of bankruptcy. If you're finding it difficult to manage your rent, car payments, credit cards and student loan debts, consider speaking to a Licensed Insolvency Trustee. We can help you make a plan and get through this. #LITsCanHelp #DebtSolutions #AdviceBySmythe

It’s Financial Literacy Month and there’s no better place to start than teaching the next generation. It’s important to talk openly with your children about money and even more important to get them involved. Let them sit with you while you pay your bills and plan out your monthly budget. They will learn that credit cards need to be paid and that saving is important. #FLM2020 #FinancialLiteracy #KidsAndMoney

Taking positive steps now, like creating a budget, prioritizing bill payments, talking to your bank and adding to your emergency savings will go a long way in getting you through this crisis. A Licensed Insolvency Trustee can also walk you through your debt relief options to help you prepare for any post-CERB scenario. #CERB #Debt #Budget #DebtSolutions #DebtRelief #LITsCanHelp

Great news for all renters looking to improve their credit score! The Landlord Credit Bureau is partnering with Equifax to create an online portal that tracks a tenant’s rent payments so that the resulting data can be incorporated into credit files.

The Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) has officially come to an end, but what about the people are still jobless, struggling and in need of financial support to help them get through the next phase of the pandemic? For answers to some of the most common questions we're getting about the transition from CERB to EI, click here: https://bit.ly/3dQsOqp

Millions of Canadians have found themselves out of work as a result of COVID-19 and with that, comes an added layer of anxiety related to the everyday financial stressors that many people were facing prior to COVID-19 and the loss of their job(s). Click the link below to learn six ways to manage financial anxiety through COVID-19. #advicebysmythe #licensedinsolvencytrustee #COVID19 #financialstress #stayhome #staysafe #stayinside #debtrelief #debtsolutions #anxietysolutions

Preparing for a COVID-19 related layoff is sadly just another part of our new normal in these unprecedented times. Click the link below to read about what you can do if you've just been laid off during the COVID-19 crisis. #advicebysmythe #licensedinsolvencytrustee #COVID19 #laidoff #stayhome #staysafe #stayinside #debtrelief #debtsolutions

Today, the federal government launched an application portal where Canadians facing unemployment due to the COVID-19 crisis can apply for emergency income support benefits. Click the link below to learn more about how you can apply. Source: CBC... #advicebysmythe #licensedinsolvencytrustee #COVID19 #employmentinsurance #staysafe #stayinside #debtrelief #debtsolutions

Learn more about Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan and the financial support that's available to you, all in one place. The BC Government has also declared LITs an essential service - we're here if you have any questions or need to talk about your options. Click the link below to view the resource page. #advicebysmythe #licensedinsolvencytrustee #COVID19 #resourcecentre #staysafe #stayinside #debtrelief #debtsolutions... https://bit.ly/2wL0qEK

The B.C. government is providing various ways to financially support workers, renters, home-owners, students and more in response to COVID-19. Click the link below to visit the resource page and learn more about these initiatives. Source: Government of B.C. website https://bit.ly/3ay4ff6

The B.C. government has made two changes to the Employment Standards Act to support workers both during the COVID-19 public health emergency and in the long term. Click the below link to learn about these changes. Article: CBC... #advicebysmythe #licensedinsolvencytrustee #COVID19 #employmentinsurance #staysafe #stayinside #debtrelief #debtsolutions

Has your job been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and changing economy that we are all currently facing? Check out the below article by CBC that walks you through how to apply for Employment Insurance if you qualify. #advicebysmythe #licensedinsolvencytrustee #COVID19 #employmentinsurance #staysafe #stayinside #debtrelief #debtsolutions

COVID-19: We're here and ready to help These are unprecedented times and we understand that now more than ever, you may be feeling overwhelmed with additional stress and financial pressure. We hope that you can take some comfort in knowing that there are solutions available and we are here to help you through this. Click the link below to read more about the steps we are taking to ensure your safety.... #advicebysmythe #licensedinsolvencytrustee #COVID19 #budgetingtips #staysafe #stayinside #debtrelief #debtsolutions

Meet Jane, a Smythe Insolvency client. When it came to finally facing and dealing with her debt, Jane had the support of her husband who helped her find the right Licensed Insolvency Trustee. After consulting with Smythe Insolvency, Jane found the right fit and began to feel optimistic about her financial future. "My husband and I found the team at Smythe Insolvency to be very professional without making us feel intimidated. Finding yourself in debt can leave you with a helpless feeling. Our Licensed Insolvency Trustee was concerned, as well as extremely helpful throughout the entire process. Thank you for all your insight." - Jane M. #advicebysmythe #licensedinsolvencytrustee #successstories #budgetingtips #testimonials #debtrelief #debtsolutions

"Even though we ain’t got money, I’m so in love with ya honey Danny’s Song, Loggins and Messina It’s so common for partners to struggle with money issues. It’s important to set some time aside to discuss your debt issues. Make sure that you’re away from all possible distractions and have all of the necessary paperwork (bills, loans, line-of-credit) handy so that you’re both on the same page. #AdviceBySmythe #SmytheInsolvency #MoneyLessons #LicensedInsolvencyTrustee #LITsCanHelp #DebtRelief #LeaveDebtBehind #FindSuccess #DebtAdvice #DebtTips

Budgeting Tip # 39: Catch a spider and put it in your pocket Okay, so it’s more of a superstition than a solid financial tip but we thought we’d have a little fun this Friday the 13th. Legend has it, when a spider runs over the clothes you're wearing, or if you catch such a spider and put it in your pocket, that pocket will never again be empty of money.... #AdviceBySmythe #FinancialFreedomFriday #GoodLuck #FridayThe13th #FinancialTips #Budgeting #Savings #Debtrelief #LicensedInsolvencyTrustee