17 Jan 2018

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Bank of Canada raises the rate, here’s what...

On Wednesday, the Bank of Canada announced it was hiking its interest rate to 1.25 per cent, up fron one per cent. This is the third increase since last summer, and the central bank noted some key factors in determining this. While the central bank signalled more rate increases are likely over time, it highlighted the growing, negative impacts related to the unknown outcome of the renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement. Moving forward, the bank said “some continued monetary policy accommodation will likely be needed” to keep the economy operating close to its full potential. The bank said it would also remain cautious…

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17 Jan 2018

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Canadians are struggling with debt, but...

A new survey shows an alarming trend regarding Canadians and their debt loads—one-third can’t cover their monthly bills.…

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28 Dec 2017

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10 things you should do if you want to...

Will 2018 be the year you step into homeownership? Or perhaps you can finally afford that investment property?…

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20 Dec 2017

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How to avoid gift card money traps

Gift cards have long been a saviour for the holiday procrastinators and last-minute shoppers, but while gift cards make…

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6 Dec 2017

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Bank of Canada leaves rates alone

Today, the Bank of Canada announced that rates would remain unchanged at one per cent, as they expect…

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30 Nov 2017

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Don’t let the holidays break the...

It’s officially the season of giving, and for most people that means spending a little more this month.…

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23 Nov 2017

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How Canadians can solve their debt...

According to a new report released today by the OECD, Canada is leading the world when it comes…

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9 Nov 2017

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Financial Literacy Month: Credit 101

November is celebrated in the financial community in Canada as ‘Financial Literacy Month’: This year’s FLM theme “Take charge…

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25 Oct 2017

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Halloween can be expensive,...

It is no secret (especially for those with kids) that Halloween can be expensive. Between costumes, candy and…

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18 Oct 2017

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How to prepare for homeownership: a 12...

One year before your mortgage approval comes through, you should be putting irons in the fire to get…

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12 Oct 2017

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Jeremy Nagel to be featured on new real...

We are excited to announce, that Jeremy Nagel will be featured on an upcoming television show, Homes and Lifestyles,…

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21 Sep 2017

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Why debt management always starts with...

The headlines have painted a stark reality of Canadians’ debt levels, claiming things have surpassed critical threshold. Statistics…

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14 Sep 2017

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How to protect yourself from online...

This summer has been full of major scams in the news, like the $11-million loss at MacEwan University,…

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