To help you decide if a consumer proposal is the right option for you, we’ve provided some answers to the most frequently asked questions we receive about consumer proposals in Canada. Watch our video and scroll through the questions and answers below.
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What is a consumer proposal?
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Do I qualify for a consumer proposal?
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What are the benefits of filing a consumer proposal?
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What are the disadvantages of a consumer proposal?
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What are the key differences between a consumer proposal and bankruptcy?
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How much does a consumer proposal cost?
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How much will I have to pay in a consumer proposal?
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How does surplus income affect my proposal payments?
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What is the acceptance rate in a consumer proposal?
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When will my consumer proposal be approved?
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Why would a consumer proposal be rejected?
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What assets do you keep in a consumer proposal?
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Will I lose my house if I file a consumer proposal?
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Can I keep my car in a consumer proposal?
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What happens to my mortgage in a consumer proposal?
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Can I renew my mortgage during a consumer proposal?
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Is it hard to get a mortgage after a consumer proposal?
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What happens to my credit cards in a consumer proposal?
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Should I close my bank account after filing?
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What debts can and cannot be included in a consumer proposal?
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What is the debt limit for a consumer proposal?
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Can I leave a creditor out of my proposal?
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Can I include a car loan in a consumer proposal?
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Does the consumer proposal stop wage garnishment and collection calls?
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Can creditors contact you after consumer proposal?
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Does CRA accept consumer proposals?
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How long does a consumer proposal stay on my credit report?
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Can I get a loan during a consumer proposal?
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Can I buy a car during a consumer proposal?
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What happens to my tax refunds in a consumer proposal?
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How does a consumer proposal affect my tax return?
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How long does a consumer proposal last?
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Can I pay off my proposal early?
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What happens if I miss payments or don't pay my proposal?
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Do I have duties during my proposal?
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Does a consumer proposal affect my job?
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Will a consumer proposal affect my spouse?
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Can I still rent after filing a consumer proposal?
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What are my next steps?