As I mentioned in previous entries, the cost of post-secondary education keeps increasing and can really be a huge financial … More
Author: Stephanie
Numbers to look at when condo-buying
Condo-living has become increasingly popular in Vancouver. It is not surprising when the price of a single, detached home is … More
Understanding your credit card(s)
The credit card system in France is totally different from the one in Canada or the US. When I arrived … More
Condo insurance
A lot of condo owners have a misconception of what condo insurance is, and the type of personal coverage they … More
De-cluttering your home for better financial clarity
It has been fairly hot in Vancouver recently. Unlike a lot of people, I don’t enjoy the heat very much. … More
Creating a budget, part 2- tracking income and aiming for balance
Note: the following is primarily aimed for Canadian residents. Terms like CPP and EI are payroll deductions for Canada. … More
Creating a budget, part 1- tracking expenses
A lot people try to create a monthly budget from scratch and are unsuccessful. In most cases the numbers don’t … More
Do you need insurance?
This is a very common question. Let’s start by defining “insurance”. Insurance is an arrangement by which a company provides … More
Bankruptcy explained
Note: If you need more information, please contact a Trustee in Bankruptcy. The purpose of this article is only to … More
5 financial items to consider when home-buying
Summer is peak season for home-buying (and selling). Buying a property is the biggest financial decision one will ever make. … More