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Is a personal injury settlement taxable, and can it impact OAS or GIS benefits? + MORE Aug 19th
Q. I received a small settlement for an Ontario car accident, which my lawyer says is non-taxable, and so noT4A will be issued. If I deposit the funds into a bank account, will this one-time settlement clawback my OAS and GIS benefits?
–J
A. I’m sorry to hear about your accident, J. Hopefully .... More »
Lexus ES review: The best used small luxury car for 2023 + MORE Jul 3rd
Since 1992, the Lexus ES series has been a favourite of car buyers looking for a mix of excellent value and luxurious interior appointments. Parent company Toyota’s legendary reliability is an appreciated bonus. Those are among the reasons why the Lexus ES made my list of the 10 best used cars in .... More »
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Small Business Planning For The New Year Jan 15th
With a new decade upon us it’s a good time to evaluate your business. Begin the new year with a detailed business plan in place, as well as defining your goals. Go beyond the profit and loss figures; maybe it’s time to research using new suppliers, a new marketing strategy, etc.
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What is renters insurance and how does it work? We make it make sense + MORE Jun 8th
While many people are under the assumption that their landlord’s insurance will protect them, there are actually big differences to be aware of, said money expert Jessica Moorhouse..... More »
When are credit-card rewards worth paying an annual fee?
– moneysense.ca
For the last decade or so, Jim and Willina Collins have enjoyed a regular bonus by using their no-fee cash-back credit card to pay for many of their expenses, including holiday flight and accommodation bookings, gasoline, vehicle repairs, and insurance on their vehicles (the couple have a car and a truck for daily use, as well as a collection of vintage cars). Once a year, they enjoy a debit on their card statement, reflecting a small percentage of the total value of their purchases from the last 12 months.
The couple are extremely diligent with money. They pay off the $1,000 to $2,000 they put on their card each month in full, including holiday bookings, which are always paid off before they leave for the trip. Their philosophy, says Willina, is that if you’re going to put a purchase on your card, “you’ve got to have the bucks to pay it.”
Because they don’t allow a balance to accumulate, the debt-averse couple are able to take full advantage of the benefits of a cash-back reward card, without incurring interest charges…
The couple are extremely diligent with money. They pay off the $1,000 to $2,000 they put on their card each month in full, including holiday bookings, which are always paid off before they leave for the trip. Their philosophy, says Willina, is that if you’re going to put a purchase on your card, “you’ve got to have the bucks to pay it.”
Because they don’t allow a balance to accumulate, the debt-averse couple are able to take full advantage of the benefits of a cash-back reward card, without incurring interest charges…
