Whether it is kindergarten, high school or college, preparing for your child’s enrollment at any age is more than just a financial stressor. Education is a major cost in any parent or child’s life; are you financially prepared for these milestones? So what are the steps you need to take to get ready for your […]
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Top Three Back To School Expenses
Back to school season can be one of the most costly and financial stressful times of the year (besides Christmas of course). So what are your biggest expenses when it comes to back to school? How are you financially prepared for this school year? We took notes from some of our customers when it comes […]
Saving On Back To School
It’s that time of year again! September is known as back to school season and we want to know, are you financially prepared? No matter what age or grade your child is going into, school expenses can cost you. That’s why we’ve rounded up the best tips and tricks for savings to make this back […]
Controlling Family Finances
When it comes to budgeting for the family, it can feel like the expenses are never-ending. So how to you keep track of what’s coming in and what money is going out? Can you be doing a better job at managing your family expenses or are you looking for new ways to start saving more […]
Bad Spending Habits You Need To Break
What would you say is your worst spending habit? Is it a specific item? Everyone has them and these habits can be a variety of things depending on your lifestyle and interests. But what bad spending habits can often allude to are bad savings habits. And as much as we would all like to spend […]
Creating A Budget List
How do you keep track of your funds? Do you have a budget currently in place? IF so, what helps keep your budget on track? When it comes to creating a budget list, there are many things you need to keep in mind to make sure you’re not missing out on any opportunities to save. […]
Borrowing 101: Do You Really Need That Expensive Bag?
When it comes to borrowing money that usually means you’re in a sticky financial situation. Whether it is borrowing funds just to keep you a float till your next paycheck or you’ve reached financial hardship, no matter your reason for needing to borrow money, managing those funds are key. There are many routes you can […]
Using Credit Card Rewards To Save
What kind of credit cards do you have? Cash back? Points? Vouchers? Travel? There is basically a credit for everything these days so how do you know what the right credit card for you is? Some cards charge an annual fee and some can be free to use. Some cards have higher interest rates than […]
How To Manage Household Expenses
When it comes to managing household expenses, it feels like there is a never ending list waiting to be tackled. Rent or mortgage payments, hydro, water, internet and cable, and these are just some of the basics needed to live in your place. On top of that there’s food and groceries, any unexpected maintenance issues […]
At What Age Should You Start Saving
Is there a magical age when it comes to starting to save money? If you ask any financial professional their answer will always be the younger you can start saving, the better. Why? The answer is simple really, the longer you are saving for, the more money you will have in the long run. But […]