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It Will Never Be Me

by Steve | Jun 23, 2020 | Licensed Insolvency Trustee

It strikes me that everyone should be pondering this statement now. It will never be me. Certainly we’ve all thought it now or in the past. Maybe it’s denial or optimism. Maybe it’s pride. Often, we’re only humbled when a calamity affects us, but sometimes a near miss...

Benefits of being an Independent Trustee – Reason #7

by Steve | Jun 16, 2020 | Licensed Insolvency Trustee

When I reflect on the quality of life that I gain from having my own practice, my comfortable head office in the walkable James Street South neighbourhood always comes to mind. Whenever I read about personal wellness, a frequent...

Consumer Proposal – Deadline extension in response to Covid 19

by Steve | May 7, 2020 | Consumer Proposals

With the support of the provincial and national associations of Insolvency and Restructuring Professionals, the Superintendent of Bankruptcy made a motion before the Chief Justice in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. As a result, the Court has granted an...

407 ETR Issues Resolved – I hope

by admin | Jun 28, 2017 | Consumer Proposals

Fresh in the mail today – I received letters from the 407 ETR regarding several of my insolvency estates. Licence Denials Will Stop The 407 ETR has finally changed their policies to agree with the vast majority of Licensed Insolvency Trustees (LIT’s). They have...

What Makes Borsellino Better?

by admin | Feb 27, 2017 | Bankruptcy, Consumer Proposals

Steve Borsellino started his own Insolvency Consulting practice so that he could truly offer people better treatment. Tired of the big firm ‘cookie cutter’ model of shuffling clients off to junior staff administrators or managers with canned, one-size fits all...

Financial Guidance and Tips for the New Year

by admin | Jan 26, 2017 | Debt, Licensed Insolvency Trustee

First, I’d like to start by wishing everyone a Happy New Year! With the holiday season officially over and January coming to a close, now is the perfect time for some financial reflection. Whether you got carried away with Christmas gifts for friends and family or...

Tips for Surviving a Financial Emergency

by admin | Sep 6, 2016 | Debt

Dictionary.com defines emergency as a state, especially of need for help or relief, created by some unexpected event: a financial emergency. It is unlikely that you can foresee or foil job loss, illness or ill-fated happenings, which can upset your finances. Losing...

How a Consumer Proposal can help you reduce monthly payments over bankruptcy

by admin | Aug 23, 2016 | Consumer Proposals, Debt

As we say on our website, “we are dedicated to making consumer proposals succeed.” Bankruptcy can protect you from the actions of creditors however; instead of a mutually agreed payment agreement with your creditors (as found in a Consumer Proposal), conditions and...

Why Ongoing Credit Counselling Support is Important

by admin | Jul 28, 2016 | Licensed Insolvency Trustee

According to the 2015 Canadian Payroll Association survey, 36 percent of Canadian employees say they feel overwhelmed by their level of debt, and this number increases to 42% in Ontario (ties with B.C. and Manitoba for top spot in Canada). Borsellino Consulting offers...

What To Expect At Your First Meeting at Borsellino Consulting

by admin | Jun 29, 2016 | Licensed Insolvency Trustee

Many people find themselves in financial trouble at some time or another due to job loss, marital separation, health issues or simply bad debt management. The key is recognizing when you are in trouble and taking the time to look for help. The solution to tackling...