When it comes to moving, there are many surprise costs that can come up. You would think that moving to a new property it is the physical place that you are moving into that is the only thing that is going to cost you, but you would be surprised how much moving from one place […]
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Do You Have Too Much Debt?
Debt is one of those words no one likes to hear. According to Investopedia debt can be defined as, “an amount of money borrowed by one party from another. Debt is used by many corporations and individuals as a method of making large purchases that they could not afford under normal circumstances. A debt arrangement […]
The Differences Between Brand Name and Generic Labels?
We all know the infamous brand names and have most likely purchased many of their items. Whether it is clothing, food, or even drug store items, there are brand name and generic label items for almost anything you could think about purchasing. So what are the differences between brand names and the generic brand? We […]
The Costs of “FOMO”
Do you suffer from “FOMO” or the “Fear Of Missing Out”? This is something very common, because who wants to be the person missing out on something fun? What you don’t realize is that these events and decisions can often lead to or have financial implications. Especially in the age of social media when you’re […]
Are You Up For The “Cash Only Challenge”?
When it comes to finding new ways to save money, you have to mix it up every once in a while if you find something’s not working for you. One of the ways you can help curb your spending is by trying the “cash only challenge”. You’re probably wondering how this could help you save […]
It’s Official! Money Can Buy Happiness
Have you heard the saying, “money can’t buy happiness”? Well, new research is now saying otherwise. According to a study from University of British Columbia and Harvard Business School, that was recently published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, has found buying time makes people happier than buying material things. Global […]
Dealing With Credit Card Shock
Let’s face it, we all dread that time of the month, when your credit card bill comes in and the shock of how much you’ve overspent this month. You have blown your budget and are now dipping into savings to pay off the balance, or you’re not paying the entire balance off and are now […]
Why Going To The Movies Doesn’t Have To Cost You
When you’re looking for something to do, watching a movie is still a classic event. But going to the movies shouldn’t have to cost you a pretty penny. That’s why we’ve rounded up all of our favourite tips and tricks that will help you save when you want to watch the latest flick. Cheap Night […]
What Are Rising Food Prices Costing You
When it comes to food, the costs keep getting higher and higher. This isn’t only seen in the grocery stores, but also really takes a hit when it comes to local restaurant food costs as well. Your favourite dish may go up by a few bucks because everyone is trying to keep up with the […]
How Buying In Bulk Can Help You Save
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think about buying in bulk? Heading to places like Costco or Real Canadian Superstore can intimidate shoppers because when it comes to shopping in bulk, it’s all about quantity. But there are times when shopping in bulk can really make a difference, especially when […]
