My 2022 in Review

If I could summarize my 2022 is one word, it would be “unremarkable”

Being Honest About Money When You’re in Trouble

Nothing feels worse than being in trouble. The consequences of the things we fear are oftentimes unbearable. So, what do most of us do? Lie and hide.

7 posts for 7 years of blogging

Wow! I can’t believe I’ve been here for 7 years. Still going strong BTW. Even after 7 years, I’ve barely skimmed the surface when it comes to the fascinating world of Personal Finances.

How I am handling my finances and coping during Covid-19

I have received a flurry of e-mails from readers asking me how I am handling my finances and my life … More

Coronavirus and your expenses (with a BC twist)

Pandemic or no pandemic, we all have bills to pay….unfortunately. If, like many people, you are already feeling the pinch … More

Life update and musings

I am aware I haven’t blogged that much lately.

Why I don’t really blog about my own finances

A lot of fellow PF bloggers share their most intimate financial details online.

Time-weighted vs. Money-weighted rate of return

With the implementation of CRM2, Canadian banks, investments brokers, mutual funds dealers and other financial entities must disclose the method used to calculate the rate of return of a portfolio or investments like an ETF or a mutual fund.

Fun and cheap Valentine’s Day ideas

I have always been bemused by the sheer amount of money a lot of couples spend for Valentine’s Day to “show” their love for one another.

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.