What to consider
Speak with your existing creditors early if payments are becoming difficult.
Who can help?
Your creditors or a credit counsellor. This describes a provider type, not a confirmed DebtHelpers partner.
Questions to ask
- Which payments are due next?
- What can I afford after essential expenses?
Your collections and repayment reading guide
Start here, then explore the specific questions that matter to your situation.
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- How to negotiate credit card debt in Canada
- Credit-card debt help in Canada: where to start
- Debt snowball vs avalanche: choose a repayment order you can sustain
MAKE THE CONVERSATION COUNT
Three things to have handy
- 1Balances and minimum payments
- 2Income and essential monthly costs
- 3The next payment dates
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