Now that we’re in the middle of wedding season, most people focus on the cost and price tag of the actual wedding. We’ve never been to a wedding that has mentioned finances in the ceremony or vows, but money and finances is one of those things that should be discussed before you tie the knot. […]
Finance
Budgeting For The First Time
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? If not, that’s okay too but could be the reason you’re feeling stressed or all over the place when it comes to your finances. So how do you start budgeting? […]
Common Travel Scams And How To Avoid Them
There’s nothing worse than planning for a vacation or travelling only to find out that you’ve fallen victim to a travel scam. These scams or fraudulent attempts can happen while you’re travelling and some you won’t realize until you get home and start to get yourself financially organized. Regardless of how or when they happen, […]
How to Spring Clean Your Finances
There’s nothing more invigorating than when seasons start to change, especially when you live in a country that gets cold and dreadful winters. Spring brings with it melting snow, warmer temperatures, blooming flowers, and lifted spirits. Not to mention, the desire to clean up your home and life to get it ready for a great […]
Five Things to Think About Before Taking Money out of Your RRSP
It can be very tempting when you’re in a financial pinch to want to dip into your retirement fund or RRSPs. The RRSP was created in 1957, and back then contribution limits were 10 percent of the previous year’s income to a $2,500 maximum. If an individual did not contribute in any given year, that […]
Fraud Prevention Month
Did you know that March is Fraud Prevention Month across Canada? The Government of Canada wants to bring awareness to the impact of fraud costs and the different types of scams that are currently affecting Canadians. According to the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA), more than 71 percent of people surveyed said that they are concerned […]
How Are You Monitoring Your Credit Score?
Do you know what your credit score is? When was the last time you checked your credit score? It changes frequently and you never know when you will need it, but there are plenty of times a credit report may be required including as to be used as a reference or as formal documentation. But why do you need […]
How To Save This Valentine’s Day
When it comes to special occasions, do you budget for them? Days like Valentine’s Day, birthdays, Mother’s & Father’s day, these are all special occasions that come every year, but for most, it’s a last minute way to break the budget. So how can you avoid splurging when it comes to holidays like Valentine’s Day? […]
Save More Or Pay Down Debt?
When it comes to finances, everyone is different. And that includes things like how you save and spend your money. One of the ongoing conversations and questions we hear about is what is more fiscally responsible, trying to save more or paying off debt? Well, the answer is different for everyone depending on their financial […]
New Year, New You
That’s right, 2018 is just around the corner and what does that mean for you? People focus on many different things in the New Year, it’s a fresh start. So do you have any goals of your own or things you want to accomplish in 2018? For us, GoDay is will be four years old […]