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.

My ways to save money

Since I have started taking a long, hard look at my finances, I have definitely become more frugal and minimalist. … More

Target date funds explained

This financial product has been growing in popularity, but what is a target date fund? A target date fund is … More

Unsuspecting costly habits

When trying to save money and get your finances under control, a lot of PF bloggers recommends bringing lunch to … More

Financial rules I like to bend or break

There are many financial rules we hear over and over again, and that we blindly follow. But before following any rule, we need to see if it is actually adapted to our own situation.

Things I refuse to pay for

We all have our financial pet peeves. Here are a few items I refuse to pay for: Cell phone. A … More

From saving to investing

I have always been a saver. I understood from a fairly young age that I needed to save money if … More

Learning to say no: co-workers ‘edition

When trying to get your expenses under control and down, you may have realized the workplace can be a mine … More

Understanding fees in mutual funds

There are a lot of discussions on how the Management Expense Ratio –or MER- of a mutual fund directly impacts … More

Mutual funds basics

This investment product is very popular in North America. But what is a mutual fund and how does it work? A … More