When it comes to back to school season, it can be a stressful time for both students and parents for many different reasons including financially. No matter what age or grade a student is going into, school expenses can be costly. That’s why we’ve rounded up our favourite back to school tips to make sure […]
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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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Four Tricks Retailers Use To Make You Spend Money
When it comes to shopping, it is our guilty pleasure. But we know the difference between wants and needs and have learned the tricks when it comes to saving money. That’s why we’re giving you the inside scoop on how retailers “make” you spend money and how you can avoid falling into the retailer spending […]
Having Your Emergency Fund Ready
A lot of people think that because they have savings, they will be financially okay in an emergency. But do you have a specific set of funds dedicated to an emergency fund for when you really need it? Any form of savings are helpful, but in the case of a financial emergency, you should […]
Small Things To Give Up If You Want To Save More
We’re all always looking to save more money, but when it comes down to it, what are you willing to sacrifice to save? We’ve become accustom to some of these things that we think we “need” them because we’ve had them for so long, when really it’s more of a “want” and would be just […]
Easy Ways To Save When Dining Out
We already know what you’re going to say. If you’re trying to save money then you shouldn’t be dining out. But we’re all busy people and there are nights where take out is the best option for the table. That’s why we created a list of all the things to look for when dining out […]