Personal Finance

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – at least for retailers, who know we’re all prepared to spend our hard-earned money on presents for our loved ones. Let’s be honest, though: The Holidays are … Read More

There’s a scene in Mad Men, the popular drama show about the ad industry in the 1960s, where anti-hero Don Draper is having a picnic with his wife and two young children. Don’s daughter, Sally, asks if … Read More

Canadians are cutting back this holiday season, according to a recent survey by CPA Canada – respondents said they plan to spend an average of $583 on gifts, down from $643 in 2018. But even with … Read More

So, you’ve got aspirations to be the next Hemingway. Maybe your goal is to become the next Toni Morrison, JK Rowling, or Margaret Atwood. Or, perhaps, you’ve set your sights on a slightly less literary career … Read More

You still have a few months until the next RRSP deadline (March 1, 2020), but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t start making contributions right now! Make use and calculating what you can do until the next deadline … Read More

Imagine going an entire year without ever having to throw garbage down a chute or walk the trash out to the driveway? It may sound like some futuristic existence that includes in-home robot incinerators, but regular … Read More

If you haven’t checked out the Real Money Talk podcast yet, you’re missing out. However, we’ve got a little sample for you, so you get a taste of what you can expect from the (soon-to-be) no. … Read More

Taking a unique approach to saving money as a freelancer I think anyone new to freelancing thinks securing contracts is the toughest part. To some extent, that’s true. You can use Fiverr or Upwork to find … Read More

When legalization 2.0 arrives on Oct. 17, a slew of new recreational cannabis products (edibles, beverages, concentrates, topicals) will become legal. And with dozens of cannabis strains across the indica, sativa and hybrid spectrum, it can … Read More

In the last federal election, the Liberal party made three big promises about housing: they would create a $125-million tax break for landlords, expanding the RRSP Home Buyer’s Program (HBP) and reviewing home affordability in this … Read More