Bankruptcy

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Economic Indicators

Oil patch money troubles going to get worse

Consumer insolvencies have jumped in provinces affected by the energy sector downturn and it could keep going up.

By Staff |May 11, 2016

2 min read

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Estate Planning

Ontario changed its bankruptcy laws, and it may affect your client’s home

Ontario has changed the law governing what bankrupt clients may keep, and what creditors may seize, to settle debts.

By Ted Michalos |March 2, 2016

6 min read

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Economic Indicators

Keep clients out of the red in their golden years

Most Canadians believe they’ll retire and be able to live comfortably. Unfortunately, many of them are wrong.

By Ted Michalos |June 15, 2015

4 min read

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Planning and Advice

What happens to inheritances in a bankruptcy

The last thing an aging parent or relative wants is for his estate not to be passed on as intended. But if an heir is bankrupt, what happens to his inheritance?

By Ted Michalos |May 6, 2015

3 min read