The home ownership dream is very alive and well in Canada. The Federal government estimates about 70% of Canadians own their homes. It seems like the remaining 30% is obsessed with joining-in.
Author: Stephanie
No fee banking in Canada
Banks and credit unions in North America have the right to charge all sorts of fees on both business and individual accounts.
Another important reason your mortgage is denied
You decided to become a home owner, saved for a down payment, got pre-approved for a mortgage, found your dream home and made an offer.
Book review: Pound Foolish by Helaine Olen
Helaine Olen is a journalist, writer and columnist. As she admitted in her book, she did not know anything about personal finances when she started writing about the subject.
The problem with personal finance blogs
I totally understand the post you are about to read may confuse you, and even more so since I am a personal finance blogger who has been blogging about personal finances for almost 3 years.
Book review: Burn your mortgage by Sean Cooper
As a personal finance aficionado, I always enjoy reading blogs and books on the subject. I decided to start reviewing what I read.
How I increased my savings by 850% in 4 years
I have been in both contemplating and calculating modes lately. I realized I have come a long way financially, since my old days of being in denial about my monetary crisis.
Buying a foreclosed property
A property is considered in foreclosure when a lender obtains an order of sale from a Court and the owner is unable to redeem the property.
Segregated funds explained
Segregated funds have always been a highly debated product.
Choosing a Financial Advisor
Over the last week or so, 3-time Olympian Harold Backer has made headlines here, in British-Columbia, and not for the right reasons.
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