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Should you keep credit cards open if you aren’t using them?

Should you keep unused credit cards active? Whether you use a corporate card or a personal one, credit cards can…

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Jessica Morgan

Household budgets and personal finance: What role will AI play?

Ever since AI was introduced, it captured public interest and attention. At this stage, AI tools are already offering solutions…

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Miral Naik

4 Keys to a debt-free life

Are you battling with debt? You’re far from alone! Elevated interest rates can ensnare you in a relentless cycle of…

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John Albertini

Loud Budgeting 101: The New Financial Trend, Explained

Loud budgeting is a new financial trend that has found popularity on social media. This is a trend that normalizes…

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Miral Naik

Fraudulent financial activity in Canada: What it is and what you can do about it

Following a global trend of increases in suspected fraud attempts, fraudulent transactions are on the rise in Canada. Fraud affects…

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Miral Naik

Back-to-School Spending 2024

Back to school is here! Check out our infographic below to get schooled on all our latest trends. Learn how…

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John Albertini

Great news for the mind and wallet, tax exemptions now include psychotherapy

The Government of Canada announced that the list of tax exemptions is growing to include psychotherapy counselling services. As of…

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John Albertini

2024 First-Half Scholarship Winner

The winner Congratulations to our 2024 First-Half Scholarship winner, N’danet Balde! Please enjoy reading her winning essay below. We had…

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Greedflation, fact or fiction? You decide.

Most of us are, let’s say, all too familiar with what inflation is, but have you heard of its sneaky…

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Planning for the shifting retirement age

There’s an adage that goes 30 is the new 20. Another version of this saying is that 50 is the…

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Mubina Kapasi

Understanding the impact of the new capital gains tax changes

Recently, new changes came into effect for the capital gains tax in Canada. Some Canadians are worried about the changes…

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John Albertini

Saving on childcare costs by way of the 10-dollar-a-day daycare initiative

Daycare is one of the largest expenses that many Canadian families face. Sending a child to daycare can cost thousands…

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John Albertini

What is driving the increase in Consumer Proposals in Canada?

Consumer proposals offer a solution for managing debt. They mainly focus on unsecured loans like credit cards, medical bills, personal…

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John Albertini

What do the Bank of Canada interest rate cuts mean for Canadians?

The Bank of Canada’s recent decision to cut its key interest rate by 25 basis points (bps) has had a…

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Sandy Yong

Labour unions are making headlines. Here’s why.

Some of the biggest labour unions are going on strike. Statistics Canada reports that there were over 2.2 million person-days…

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John Albertini

The ultimate guide to inexpensive self-care

Self-care is highly important. Taking care of yourself, both mentally and physically, is crucial. It helps reduce stress, boost confidence,…

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John Albertini

Ontario announces new financial education high school requirements

In late May, the Ontario government made a major announcement at the Toronto Stock Exchange. For the first time in…

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Sandy Yong

Debunking Common Money-Savings Tips That Don’t Really Work

Getting money-saving tips is important. Now, more than ever, it is highly crucial that you learn how to manage your…

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John Albertini

Mental tricks you can use to save more

Did you cringe just reading the title of this blog? Ugh! Who wants to save money right?! We are not all wired…

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Christine Urbanowski

Unlocking self-esteem: How salary shapes your confidence

Love it or hate it, there can be a strong relationship between salary and self-esteem. How you perceive yourself and…

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John Albertini

Girl Math: Decoding the social media trend

Girl math is a new social media trend. Many trends and challenges have taken off in the past, such as…

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John Albertini

4 Key Components of a Budget

The foundation of any good financial plan is a budget. As important as a budget is, some people get so…

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Changes to minimum wage and their impact on the economy

The increase in the minimum wage may influence our economy. It impacts the job market, housing market, and has major…

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John Albertini

How to escape the monthly subscription cycle

It’s no secret that businesses do what they can to stabilize their monthly income. Many are using the monthly subscription…

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Sherry Andrew

Is tip-flation leading Canadians to their tipping point?

Are we on the verge of a tipping reform? Okay, the word reform when talking about tips is extreme. That…

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Consumer protection laws protecting your credit card information

Consumer protection laws aim to safeguard fair trade, prevent fraud, and protect consumer rights. In Canada, it’s the Financial Consumer…

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John Albertini

Navigate new rules: Your income tax return guide

To help you navigate your taxes this year, we will share important dates, updated tax brackets, and new income tax…

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The ultimate guide to handling debt collectors and collection agencies

Despite the fear that may arise from being contacted by collection agencies, there are rights in place to safeguard you…

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John Albertini

Safeguard your finances: Verify your financial professionals’ credentials

When people trust financial professionals to invest their hard-earned money, they expect them to have professional education and training. It…

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Sandy Yong

Debt after death: How debt is handled by an estate

Death is a tragic event that affects your family and friends. How well your estate is set up and whether…

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John Albertini

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