Earning money is a touchy subject in Canada. Asking how much someone earns is generally considered a faux-pas. And discussions about how much you earn and therefore how to maximize your earning potential are few and … Read More

I still remember my first credit card. I had just started my first co-op position in university, and I wanted to start building my credit. My first credit card was a student card and had a … Read More

It used to be that if you wanted to earn rewards with your credit card, you had to pay an annual fee. This unlocked a variety of benefits including the ability to reap the rewards — … Read More

A cash-back credit card is a great way to earn rebates on your everyday purchases. The best cash-back credit cards refund a small percentage of every purchase you make on the card, either as a statement … Read More

If you have credit card debt that you are trying to pay off, the first thing you should do is transfer your debt to the lowest interest credit tool you can find. A good option is … Read More

We Canadians love our cars. Maybe it’s because we live in a sparsely populated country and many of us require a car to achieve the freedom of mobility. Maybe it’s because the distances we travel in … Read More

You’ve done your research, you’ve chosen the travel rewards credit card that best suits your lifestyle, and you’ve charged your purchases while diligently paying off the balance every month. You’ve booked your flight or hotel with … Read More

In this installment of the Ultimate Credit Card Perks Guide, we’re going to look at the credit card perk that may be the most often overlooked of all: the concierge service. Unlike travel insurance, reduced rate … Read More

Travel rewards credit cards typically include perks and benefits beyond the miles or points or dollars earned. Insurance coverage, reduced rates for car rentals, and 24-hour concierge service are all common benefits for rewards credit cards. … Read More

As a Canadian who spends thousands of dollars on gasoline every year, I’m a bit of a self-professed expert on the topic of saving money on gas. It’s one of those monthly expenses that’s a complete necessity, but … Read More