With interest rates at all-time low, it can be tempting to buy a property and rent it, thus becoming a…
Thoughts on becoming self-employed
I am sure a lot of you are thinking about becoming your own boss, doing what you love and working…
The power of compound interest & the rule of 72
Did you know Albert Einstein called compound interest the 8th wonder of the world? Basically, compound interest is “interest paid…
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…
The cost of being single
As Valentine’s Day is looming, I found myself reflecting on my single status this week. My thoughts took a financial turn, as I realized being single costs me more than if I were in a relationship
Money talk for couples
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, I thought I would write about couples and money matters. For a lot of…
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…
Mutual funds basics
This investment product is very popular in North America. But what is a mutual fund and how does it work? A…
Be your own financial advisor
Well, sort of. No, this entry is not about whether you should hire a financial advisor/planner, and whether these people…
Basic tax glossary
As tax-season is almost in full swing, I thought I would create a small glossary of the most common tax…
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