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The Many Costs of Being Unbanked or Underbanked

What does it mean to be unbanked or underbanked? And what are the consequences?

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What’s in a Living Wage?

Not that much, unfortunately. A “living wage” is a bit of a misnomer.

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That Week I Didn’t Spend Money…

And it was hard!!

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Tips to Save on Groceries

A few tips to keep your grocery bill in check

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Avalanche, Snowball or Consolidation?

An overview of 3 methods to tackle debt: avalanche, snowball and consolidation

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Credit Card Churning Explained

Credit card churning is a trend that has been gaining popularity in North America over recent years. But what is “credit card churning” exactly?

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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.

6 Suggestions to See Friends Without Spending Tons of Money

Everyone likes to spend time with their friends, even more in a Covid-vaccinated world. But if you’re on a tight budget, it can seem daunting to meet with your friends without blowing it

4 Tips to Avoid the “Lottery Effect”

A large percentage of the men and women who win the lottery come to the end of their earnings with very little to show for it.

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