Guides on Budgeting, Debt, and Credit cards
Budgeting
A budget is the foundation of a stable financial outlook. New Leaf Debt Solutions has created this free guide to help you learn how to establish a budget and maintain it long-term. It will teach you how to overcome financial limitations and establish SMART goals for saving, so you can achieve success.
Credit
Good credit is essential to help Canadians reach their goals. Credit is a useful tool, but it can also create immense challenges for your budget if it’s not used properly. This guide helps you learn how to revitalize your credit after you face challenges with debt and how to use credit effectively moving forward.
Debt
Learning how to manage debt is crucial if you plan on using credit. This guide teaches you how to develop a strategic debt management plan, how to evaluate when you have too much debt, and what debt relief options you can use to get out of debt when traditional payments aren’t working.
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Calculators
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Start Calculating: Credit Score Loan Cost Calculator
Find out exactly how much a bad credit score can cost you.
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Start Calculating: Simple Savings Calculator
Determine how much you need to save each month to reach your financial goals.
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Start Calculating: Debt Restructuring Calculator
Discover how much you can save by consolidating your debt.
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Start Calculating: Mortgage Payment Calculator
See how much you can save by making extra payments.
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Start Calculating: Debt Management Calculator & Savings Estimator
How much can you save with a debt management program?
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Start Calculating: Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
To see if you’re overextended on credit, use this calculator to compare your debt payments to your income.
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Start Calculating: Fixed Payment Credit Card
Fixed payments can help you get out of debt faster and fit your budget.
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Start Calculating: Credit Card Payment Calculator
Find out how much you’re overpaying when you only make minimum payments on your credit card.
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