BC Proposed Legislation for Defaulted Student Loans
The provincial government has proposed legislation to expand ICBC’s ability to refuse driver’s licences to those who default on their student loans…
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What is Acceptable Use of Personal Information
Under the privacy laws of Canada, a creditor is not allowed to share your personal information with a third party without your permission.
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Rebuild your credit history
Bad things happen to good people and just because you have missed payments or have a bad credit rating does not mean you are a deadbeat. Learn how to start rebuilding your credit and get back on track.
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What a Collection Agency in Canada Cannot Do
If you have ever had a debt that went as far as a collection agency, you probably already know the annoyance they can be, even if the debt is not owed. But before you deal with them, check out the what collection agencies cannot do.
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Making a Collection Agency Complaint in Canada
In Canada laws exist for the practices of debt collection. Normally bill collectors will ‘push’ these laws to get money. Debts that are over the Provincial Statute of Limitation should be ‘disputing the debt” and a collector told not contact you over the phone again. If a collector harasses you or makes threats, learn how to file a complaint with your province.
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