We’re always talking about credit cards and paying your bills. So what happens when you have forgotten to make a payment? Don’t worry, it’s not the end of the world, but it is also nothing something that should become a regular habit either. So what do you do next? Well, pay it of course. That’s […]
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How to Celebrate Canada’s 150
When it comes to Canada’s 150th birthday, are you going to be celebrating? With the Canadian dollar and economy the way it’s been, Canada’s 150th birthday is the perfect occasion to travel and explore Canada as most cities throughout the country will be hosting events to encourage celebrations. Travel Canada As we mentioned, there’s no […]
The Costs Of Getting Married
Wedding season is upon us! Global News did a feature piece on the costs that come with getting married and on average a wedding will cost you approximately $30,000 US. Wedding Bells magazine did a Canadian survey and found that in 2015 Canadian couples would spend $30,717 on a wedding that included the honeymoon. Needless to say, […]
Signs You’re Actually Not Good With Money
We don’t like to tell you how to spend your hard earned cash, but when it comes to our customers we always have your best financial interests at heart. And as difficult it may be, we sometimes have to point out the obvious, even if that means your bad financials habits. Everyone has their personal […]
Avoiding Tax Scams
It’s tax season! And you know what that means. It’s time to round up your spending for the year, which will lead to two outcomes. Either you own the government money, or you will be getting some cash back. This time of the year is also known as one of the most common times of […]
Four Ways To Avoid ATM Fees
We’ve talked about ATM fees and how much they can cost you per month. Why should you have to pay for your own cash? When it comes to ATM fees, there are numerous ways to avoid them. That’s why we created the best of the best tips to make sure you aren’t paying for ATM […]
Living Within Your Means
Living within your means? It sounds easy, right? Well, you would be surprised as to how much people are constantly overspending and thinking that things are within their means when they surprisingly aren’t. This is very common when it comes to materialistic goods. Living in a society where the latest gadget is a “must have” […]
Setting Financial Priorities
When it comes to your finances, we all have financial obligations and responsibilities. And it can be a lot of pressure when so many bills and money matters are coming out of your account at once. Where you are financially and age also makes a difference when it comes to setting financial goals. Students won’t […]
Things You’re Better Off Buying Used
When it comes to spending money there are so many products out there it’s up to you as the consumer to make the choice on what to buy. But before you purchase something, do you consider all your purchase options? And we don’t mean the best way to get rewards or loyalty discounts, we’re talking […]
Teaching Financial Literacy Early
Growing up, how did you learn about money and financial literacy? Was it something you wished you had been taught earlier? When it comes to financial literacy a lot of people believe in hands-on experiences and teaching themselves with their own finances. And what about teaching your kids about money matters? We’ve previously talked about […]
