When starting a new job or negotiating compensation, traditional thinking revolves around securing as high a salary as possible. However, employees are susceptible to overlooking the benefits and perks that can impact their financial well-being. Now, … Read More
What is the best thing to do with your spare cash, pay off debt or invest? The answer, as you might expect, is that it depends. There are definitely some general rules to follow, though, and … Read More
When it comes to personal finance, nobody’s perfect. But there are many of us who make mistakes that can range from silly to just plain reckless. Even smart people make mistakes with their money. Here are … Read More
In her latest book, Happy Parents, Happy Kids, parenting expert Ann Douglas lays out how to make raising kids more enjoyable, and keep everyone in your family healthy and content. Her strategies cover in part how … Read More
When it comes to tools that help you save or invest your money, what could be more natural than a mobile app or website? Not too long ago there weren’t many options to budget or manage … Read More
Your net worth is one of the most important numbers to track over time. It’s the difference between what you currently own and what you currently owe, giving you an overall look at your financial picture … Read More
Canadians love their subscriptions. According to a study conducted by the Convergence Research Group, Canadians spent over $872 million in recent years on what they term “over-the-top” subscriptions that include platforms like Netflix. This figure represents … Read More
The world has gone almost completely digital: We order our meals with a few clicks and they’re delivered right to our door, we communicate increasingly online, and banking can be done right from our phones. And … Read More
If you’re thinking of venturing into the world of automated investing check out this list of the best robo-advisors in Canada for 2019.
Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs) are catching on in Canada, with more than four in 10 Canadian households already contributing to one, according to the latest Census. Unfortunately, some investors are missing out on the full benefits … Read More