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Inflation Protection

Inflation is everywhere, including here, in Canada. Last month, it peaked at 6.7%, the highest it’s been since 1991. Canadians, myself included, are feeling the pinch, particularly at the supermarket and at the pump.

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Money 101 for Kids

There are as many philosophies about kids and money as there are flavors or yogurt. In other words, a lot of them.

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Where Does It All Go? 3 Strategies for Money Management

Money comes in and money goes out. That’s the ebb and flow of income and expenses.

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Looking at Your Past Can Shape Your Financial Future

Generally speaking, your money mindset is like an apple that hasn’t fallen far from the tree.

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Understanding Child Support Laws in Canada

Most people never think about child support unless they are involved in a divorce. If you’re the receiver of child support, it never seems like enough, and if you’re the payer, it seems like too much.

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6 Money Do’s And Don’ts In A Relationship

When it comes to having a healthy relationship with your partner involving money, it requires openness, understanding, and realism.

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6 Reasons Every Couple Should Talk About Money

Talks about money are an important part of any couple’s long-term success. Talking about money together will ensure that you’re creating a joint vision, are on the same page, and that you can pursue your shared and individual goals in life.

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I spent $101.65 to celebrate Christmas

Canadian households spend an average of $ 1 000.00 for Christmas. I personally find this amount excessive. Christmas is only one day out of 365.

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10 Inexpensive or Free Family Activities

When you have a family and work and go to school all week, it’s fun to do something that’s not work or school related on the week-end.

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How my spending habits changed after a year of Covid

When the pandemic started, I noticed some subtle changes in my spending habits.

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