What does it mean to be unbanked or underbanked? And what are the consequences?
Category: Budgeting
What’s in a Living Wage?
Not that much, unfortunately. A “living wage” is a bit of a misnomer.
Tips to Save on Groceries
A few tips to keep your grocery bill in check
Employment Insurance Basics in Canada
Losing your job can be stressful, particularly if the economy isn’t doing that great, or if you don’t have a lot of savings. Employment insurance -or E.I- can relieve some of the financial stress
Mortgage Trigger Rate Explained
If you have a variable mortgage, you could face a “trigger rate”. What is a “trigger rate”? Read on!
What’s a Saving Rate and Why It Matters
There are few elements of a financial plan more important than your savings rate.
Retirement Basics in Canada
Discussing the 3 main government benefits available for retirement in Canada.
Conventional vs. Collateral Mortgages
If you’re a potential home-buyer, no doubt you’ve been sweating and pouring over each detail of securing a mortgage
Living Below Your Means isn’t About Lack
Isn’t it funny how being unable to have something makes you want it more? If you are broke, shopping is all you want to do.
Can Retail Therapy Ever be a Good Thing?
Actually, yes.
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