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How to use your credit card responsibly + MORE May 30th
Credit cards are a part of everyday life. They’re a convenient and safe way to pay for your purchases, and they often come with perks and benefits. Plus, when you use a credit card responsibly, you can build up your credit score, which can help you access loans, mortgages or other types of creditâ.... More »
Should You Add an Authorized User to Your Credit Card? Mar 20th
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Is now the time for retirees to sell stocks and buy GICs? Aug 2nd
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My husband is retired and concerned that his money that is invested in his RRSP and TFSA is fluctuating too much. He is retired and is wondering if his funds should be in a GIC account as it’s paying 4% and not losing principal. He’s concerned in this volatile market.—Rodeen
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It’s probably time you switched banks—4 easy steps for Canadians + MORE Jun 29th
When you opened your first bank account, chances are it was with the same financial institution your parents used—because, why not? And given how loyal Canadians are to their banks, there’s a good chance you’re still banking with the same institution. In fact, 70% of Canadians held the sa.... More »
Scotiabank Scrambles to Fix Credit Card Statement Errors
– ratesupermarket.ca
On October 20, 2019, Scotiabank identified a technical error where legitimate charges on certain customers’ credit card statements were mislabeled as “BNS Scotia Life Insurance.” The mistaken charges all took place between October 18 and 20. Many customers were angry and took to social media to express their unhappiness. Scotiabank was responsive to customer complaints they received over social media. Â
Make Sure to Check Your Credit Card Statements Â
While Scotiabank’s mistakes are unsettling, they can serve as a learning opportunity. Always make sure to check your credit card statements against receipts of your purchases. While banks usually record transactions correctly, the Scotiabank incident shows that no bank is perfect. Â
In addition to bank errors, you may find improper charges on your credit card statement if someone has gotten hold of your credit card information. In these cases, criminals may be able to use your credit card to make unauthorized purchases…
Scotiabank Scrambles to Fix Credit Card Statement Errors
– ratesupermarket.ca
On October 20, 2019, Scotiabank identified a technical error where legitimate charges on certain customers’ credit card statements were mislabeled as “BNS Scotia Life Insurance.” The mistaken charges all took place between October 18 and 20. Many customers were angry and took to social media to express their unhappiness. Scotiabank was responsive to customer complaints they received over social media. Â
Make Sure to Check Your Credit Card Statements Â
While Scotiabank’s mistakes are unsettling, they can serve as a learning opportunity. Always make sure to check your credit card statements against receipts of your purchases. While banks usually record transactions correctly, the Scotiabank incident shows that no bank is perfect. Â
In addition to bank errors, you may find improper charges on your credit card statement if someone has gotten hold of your credit card information. In these cases, criminals may be able to use your credit card to make unauthorized purchases…
