Trying to save money? Don’t be too thrifty...

A lot of people are being tight with their money right now, saving in the wake of uncertainty in the job market, economy and even the housing market to some extent. In fact, a study released last week shows that debt reduction is a top priority for Canadians in 2016. Paying down debt remains the top financial priority of Canadians. The poll found that 26 per cent of respondents named debt reduction as their key financial goal for 2016, the sixth straight year it has topped the list. Homeownership is still an affordable option right now, and saving some extra money will come in handy…