Financial institutions take a keen interest in promoting financial literacy as a feel-good service for Canadians. The reason why, as the banks and their PR firms claim, is that Canadians are borrowing at a record pace … Read More
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Last year I made a small change to my diet that ended up having a big impact on my weight and overall health. Changes in habits can also help make a difference when it comes to … Read More
Read articleFor five years I attempted to beat the market with a portfolio of Canadian dividend stocks. As my portfolio grew, I began measuring my returns and comparing the results to a benchmark: an exchange-traded fund from … Read More
Read articleGICs get a bad rap in today’s low interest rate environment. When stock markets are reeling like they have been this summer, investors often seek save havens to wait out the storm. Cash is king for … Read More
Read articleI’ve been helping my daughters with simple math questions to test their logic and problem solving abilities. They know that when I have four objects and take one away that I’m left with three. My oldest … Read More
Read articleThe key to maximizing your credit card rewards is choosing a card (or cards) that allow you to earn more points in categories which you spend the most. Online credit card rewards calculators, like the one … Read More
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