Credit Coach

A column focused on financial literacy, budgeting tips and more by Jayson Stoppel

Jayson became a Licensed Insolvency Trustee working with a large variety of clients in the personal and corporate areas of Financial Recovery, (Bankruptcy and Insolvency) by providing administrative services as well as advice and direction to numerous Financial Service Corporations and lenders.

As a life-long Thunder Bay resident, he is acutely in tune with the Thunder Bay and North-Western Ontario market place. His knowledge, experience and innovative thinking will help BDO continue to offer the level of dedicated, personal service and strategic advice our clients have.

Your Tax Refund: An Opportunity to Get On Top of Your Debt

It is now that time of the year when we file our personal income tax returns.

Apr 21, 2017 8:02 AM Read more >

Your Personal Health and Wellness: Is Financial Stress Affecting You?

When I speak to family and friends about the work I am fortunate to do as a Licensed Insolvency Trustee, I am often asked about the hardships that I must see and hear about on a daily basis.

Apr 10, 2017 8:57 AM Read more >

What Happens to Your Student Loan Debt When You File a Consumer Proposal or Bankruptcy?

As the calendar turns from the winter months to spring another class of post-secondary students will be graduating soon.

Apr 5, 2017 1:02 PM Read more >

Spring Break Has Sprung — Keep That Budget In Line

As the father of two school-aged children I look forward to spring break every year.

Mar 23, 2017 3:30 PM Read more >

Credit Coach: Debunking some of the myths of personal bankruptcy

Debunking Some of the Myths of Personal Bankruptcy Recently I wrote about the personal assignment in bankruptcy as a last-resort option for individuals facing an unsolvable debt situation.

Mar 10, 2017 11:00 AM Read more >

Credit Coach: Filing a personal assignment in bankruptcy

Over the past several weeks my blogs have been walking you through the progression of steps that need to be taken when facing a budget crunch or a debt crisis.

Feb 22, 2017 2:12 PM Read more >

Credit Coach: Consumer proposals, debt settlement

So you have a budget, but what now?

Jan 31, 2017 1:39 PM Read more >

Credit Coach: Taking control of your finances with a budget

Are your finances controlling you? Budgeting basics, organization, a strategy and time will help you take back control over your finances.

Jan 19, 2017 10:43 AM Read more >

Credit Coach: What to do when debt becomes a problem

When dealing with debt problems, a common question is "what are my options."

Dec 28, 2016 3:30 PM Read more >

Credit Coach: Taking control of your finances

Taking Control of Your Finances — What Comes First? When I’m helping an individual deal with creditors through the filing of a consumer proposal, or a family who is facing a personal bankruptcy, I am often faced with the same basic questi

Dec 16, 2016 3:01 PM Read more >