savings accounts

*All rates current as of April 16, 2019. A Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is a type of savings tool designed to shelter your savings from taxes. While the name implies that a TFSA is a savings … Read More

High-interest savings accounts provide a great vehicle for long- and short-term savings, with many of the best high-interest savings accounts in Canada offering interest rates over 2%. This post coveres the best high-interest savings accounts in Canada so read on to learn more about each account’s savings interest rate and various features.

New Year, new you, right? This is the time of year we set lofty goals for ourselves and, perhaps, one of those may be to save more money. Maybe this year will be the year you … Read More

For people who get excited about RRSPs, the new year brings RRSP season. It’s the window between now and the end of February when scrupulous savers can cram extra cash into their retirement accounts and still … Read More

Almost everyone knows they should have an emergency fund in case something unexpected happens. Potential job loss, health problems that keep you from working, and unplanned home or car repairs are just a few of the … Read More

In the United Kingdom, switching banks is incredibly easy. The Current Account Switch Service (chequing accounts are known as current accounts in the UK) is a free service that automatically closes your old account, moves your … Read More

A recent survey from BDO suggesting that 3 in 10 Canadians don’t have enough money to meet their needs highlights just how important it is for parents to teach their children about personal finance. It is … Read More

Having a regular savings account means you’ll earn little interest. But if you choose a high-interest savings account offered by a smaller financial institution, you can earn a lot more interest. As of Sept. 23, 2018, … Read More

Becoming a homeowner changes many aspects of your life and your finances. Your living expenses will usually increase as you pay for more than just a monthly rent payment. You’ll have to worry about (and budget … Read More

Renting an apartment or home is an excellent option and makes sense in many situations. But perhaps you are tired of leasing and want to lay down some roots. You’ve decided to start saving for a … Read More