Oaken Blog

Have you noticed that the cost of goods has gone up in price recently? From groceries to new vehicles, it seems like everything costs more. This is known as inflation. It’s a natural occurrence, but you can feel it in your budget when your income doesn’t increase at a similar rate. read more

Spring has come once again, and as nature turns green, it’s a great time to start planning for the warm months ahead. There’s always a lot to do around the house after a long winter indoors. read more

March was fraud prevention month, but it’s always great time to take stock of what you’re doing to avoid falling victim to fraud. Fraud comes in many forms in today’s day and age and it’s important that you know what to look for, and how to handle it. read more

It’s been a while since travel was on the table, so the question is, is it safe to travel again and what precautions need to be taken in order to do so. read more

Here’s what you need to know about the global microchip shortage. What industries are affected, what is causing the shortages, and what you can do to prepare. read more

While the most common time to move is between May and September, in any given month people are settling into a new home. This can be a very stressful time for many people. read more

Sustainable investing was once a relatively fringe investment style, but now it’s a significant part of how Canada’s national pension plan is managed. Here’s an overview of what you should know about sustainable investing. read more