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News, information, useful resources and guest writers on a wide variety of topics

By Barry Choi November 19, 2019

Growing up, I was fortunate that my parents taught me some of the basics when it comes to finances. It’s not like they had a ton of money or worked in the financial services industry. read more

Ways To Start Saving On Your Monthly Bills

By Scott Boyd November 12, 2019

Creating a monthly budget is one of the best things you can do to help you successfully save for a goal. A budget not only tracks your spending each month, it also makes it easier to review each individual expenditure. read more

Celebrating Financial Literacy Month

By Peter Aterman October 29, 2019

November is Financial Literacy Month, and we’re doing our part to help spread the word. This initiative was started by the federal government in 2012, and is led by the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC). read more

Money Tips For Returning To Work After Maternity Leave

By Rubina Ahmed-Haq October 28, 2019

Going back to work after maternity leave can be a big adjustment. After all, you’ve probably spent every day of the last year with your precious new baby. read more

Pre-baby financial planning

By Rubina Ahmed-Haq October 08, 2019

You just found out you’re having a baby. Congratulations! This can be an exciting time as you prepare for the new bundle of joy to enter your life. read more

Saving For A $200,000 Down Payment

By Barry Choi September 27, 2019

A couple of years back, my wife and I became first-time homebuyers. This itself isn’t anything special since many Canadians own their homes, but what people are shocked to hear is that we had a down payment of $200,000. read more

Women Should Save As If Single

By Rubina Ahmed-Haq September 20, 2019

When it comes to household finances, many women rely on their partners to take care of their future financial needs. But a new book wants to change women’s attitudes when it comes to saving for the future. read more