Living within your means? It sounds easy, right? Well, you would be surprised as to how much people are constantly overspending and thinking that things are within their means when they surprisingly aren’t. This is very common when it comes to materialistic goods. Living in a society where the latest gadget is a “must have” […]
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Setting Financial Priorities
When it comes to your finances, we all have financial obligations and responsibilities. And it can be a lot of pressure when so many bills and money matters are coming out of your account at once. Where you are financially and age also makes a difference when it comes to setting financial goals. Students won’t […]
Things You’re Better Off Buying Used
When it comes to spending money there are so many products out there it’s up to you as the consumer to make the choice on what to buy. But before you purchase something, do you consider all your purchase options? And we don’t mean the best way to get rewards or loyalty discounts, we’re talking […]
Teaching Financial Literacy Early
Growing up, how did you learn about money and financial literacy? Was it something you wished you had been taught earlier? When it comes to financial literacy a lot of people believe in hands-on experiences and teaching themselves with their own finances. And what about teaching your kids about money matters? We’ve previously talked about […]
The Differences Between Cheap and Frugal
There are numerous phrases and sayings we hear about when it comes to our money, and cheap and frugal are two words that commonly get tossed around. But do you know what the difference between being cheap and being frugal really is? There is a fine line between being frugal and being cheap and since […]
What New Payday Loan Rules Mean for You
In January 2017, new payday loan regulations were implemented in Ontario. As of January 1, 2017, the maximum total cost of borrowing for a payday loan went from $21 to $18 per $100 borrowed. And as much as each province has different regulations when it comes to payday loan industry, it is changes like this to […]
Money Mistakes Couples Make
When it comes to your money it’s way easier to keep track of your own finances than someone else’s. So when joint back accounts and payments are now a part of your life, you need to readjust your thinking when it comes to your money. Because everyone has different financial goals of what they want […]
Financial Decisions You Won’t Regret
We can all use more money, right? But when it comes to budgeting and your savings account, we all like to see those numbers rise. So when you’re starting to feel financially comfortable, that’s when you should be making smart financial decisions and figuring out what the next steps with your money should be. That’s […]
Budget Friendly Trip Ideas
Now that the holiday season is over, it’s time to start thinking about 2017 plans, this includes vacation and holidays. I’m sure with the credit card bills from December rolling in this month; the last thing you want to be thinking about is a future trip. But what you’re forgetting is that now is the […]
The Financial Holiday Hangover
With only a few days to go and the celebrations in full swing, it’s no surprise that this is a time where your wallet is being put to use. So are you done all your shopping? How many last minute items will you have to go out and grab in a rush? Have you stayed […]