Buying your first home is an exciting chapter in the lives of many Canadians. The time where you say goodbye to landlords and living with roommates, and hello to a place you can truly call your own. However, as the global pandemic continues to evolve, young Canadians see their dreams of owning their first home …
From online shopping to reviewing your bank account using a mobile app, advancements in technology have made everyday activities more accessible for Canadians than ever before. However, while the internet can help you perform a variety of tasks with ease, the rise of the digital age has also put Canadians at greater risk of falling …
From the dot-com bubble burst to the 2008 economic downturn, Canadians have faced an array of economic calamities over the decades. In 2020, Canadians faced the perfect economic storm as the global pandemic halted goods and services production, generated an influx of economic relief, and increased consumer demand with limited supply, giving birth to the …
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Whether you’re new to the savings game or a seasoned veteran, staying on top of your money is no small task. From saving for your first home to funding your retirement, a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) or Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) are the most common savings tools used by Canadians to save for their …
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With the holiday season behind us and the credit card bills rolling in, your wallet may be experiencing a bit of a financial pinch right now. Whether it was the purchase of expensive gifts, festive holiday sweaters, or hosting fancy family dinners, you likely went a little over budget during the holidays. Not to fear, …
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Holiday magic is in the air as Canadians look forward to winter activities, enjoying a break, and spending time with loved ones over the coming weeks. But during this busy season, it can be easy to overspend on the little things: roughly a quarter of consumers in Canada reported spending more than they had originally …
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Whether you’re starting your career, a family, or at the peak of your profession, it’s never too early to prepare for retirement. RRSPs are a great choice to help you start saving today so that you can retire comfortably later. What is an RRSP? A Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is a savings plan designed …
For many of us, the start of a new year brings with it the longstanding tradition of setting personal and professional resolutions that we would like to achieve in the months ahead. In 2022, kick off the year by hitting the reset button and getting your finances in check. Whether you’re planning a vacation, purchasing …
The “most wonderful time of the year”, as the song goes, is just around the corner. The holiday season offers many of us the chance to spend quality time with our loved ones, enjoy home-cooked meals, and purchase gifts for those who matter to you most. However, without proper financial planning, the holidays can be …
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Purchasing a property can oftentimes be an intimidating and overwhelming process to navigate – especially if you’re a first-time homebuyer. With so many factors to consider, feeling comfortable when making this leap is no easy feat! The fact of the matter is, buying a home will be the biggest purchase of your life, in so …
