The holiday season is in full swing and making sure you stay on budget is a present in itself. We give you the tips on the top money wasters this holiday season to help avoid overspending and make sure that you enjoy your holidays without being financially stressed. Shipping Fees: Online shopping has made shopping […]
Money
Saving Big This Black Friday
Black Friday has been known to be a kick-off to the holiday shopping season. It has also grown into more than just a U.S. Thanksgiving holiday; Canadian retailers have joined in on bringing the “biggest deals” to shoppers as well. And what is Cyber Monday? Coinciding with Black Friday, Cyber Monday sticks to online exclusive […]
Using Your Credit Card Wisely
Looking at getting a credit card? There are many things besides the rewards that are offered when signing up that come along with having the card. Before you can use that new credit card, you need to apply for it first. Keep in mind that credit cards are a legally binding contract and reading the fine […]
How To Financially Plan for the Unexpected
There are many things in life that can happen unexpectedly. Whether it is being let go from a job, an illness, accident or even something positive like a pregnancy, no matter the situation, have you asked yourself, “Am I financially prepared”? Being prepared in advanced is the best way to handle any unexpected events that […]
Stock Market For Beginners
Getting in on a piece of the stock market can be tempting for anyone, but there are a lot of people quite intimated by the process. Despite the popularity of the stock market, not everyone fully understands the ins and outs of what they are investing in. If you are looking to invest with the […]
Arbitration, Back-End Ratio & Collateral Mortgage
In our re-vamped weekly segment, Common Cents Wednesdays, we help explain simple-to -complex financial terms. This week, we’re covering ‘arbitration’, ‘back-end ratio’ & ‘collateral mortgage’. It might sound like a super dry read, but since you’re in the “Cafe” grab a Timmies doughnut to sweeten the knowledge. We won’t tell. Arbitration Arbitration is basically a […]
Pre-Approved vs Pre-Selected
One of our staff was recently discussing an offer they received from a company that also offers a major credit card. Since they’re signed up with the company to receive points every time they do a certain activity or buy certain things, the marketing side of the company has enough information to pitch a new […]
How To Shop For Travel Insurance
Have an exciting weekend across the border planned? How about a long vacation in Spain? Shopping for travel insurance definitely isn’t as fun as the trip itself (or even any other part of trip preparation), but being prepared is essential. You’re probably super busy packing, preparing for pet sitters and all the wonderful things that go […]
Accounts Payable, Collateral & Balance Sheets
In our re-vamped weekly segment, Common Cents Wednesdays, we help explain simple-to -complex financial terms. This week, we’re covering ‘accounts payable’, ‘collateral’ & ‘balance sheets’. It might sound like a super dry read, but since you’re in the “Cafe” grab a Timmies doughnut to sweeten the knowledge. We won’t tell. Accounts Payable This one can sure be […]
Audit’s, Bookkeeping & Credit Ratings
In our re-vamped weekly segment, Common Cents Wednesdays, we help explain simple-to -complex financial terms. This week, we’re covering ‘audit’, ‘bookkeeping’ & ‘credit rating’. It might sound like a super dry read, but since you’re in the “Cafe” grab a Timmies doughnut to sweeten the knowledge. We won’t tell. Audit Does this word strike fear […]