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Choosing a Group Benefits Advisor Mar 28th
How Getting a Group Benefits Plan Works
A company that is looking for a benefits plan engages an advisor (e.g. a broker or agent) who then submits that company’s details to several insurance companies for a quote. (An experienced advisor will know which insurance companies are best suited for.... More »
Attention, ESG investors: Canada’s biggest carbon-emitting public companies Jan 24th
The effects of climate change are a risk to Canadians and the Canadian economy in more ways than one. There are the direct issues, like fires, floods and storms, increasing in both frequency and intensity (plus threatening lives and homes, and raising home insurance premiums, too). There are financi.... More »
A guide to mortgage calculators Jan 23rd
Owning a home can be a powerful wealth-building tool, but it can also be expensive when you account for the mortgage payment, property taxes, insurance, utilities and maintenance.
To get a clear picture of how a home purchase impacts your finances, you’ll need to determine what purchase price y.... More »
Money and the price of indecision Jul 23rd
When we moved to Canada and bought our first car, insurance was simply another item on a very long checklist. I knew nothing about the Canadian insurance market, so I did what many newcomers do: lean on someone trustworthy. My father-in-law recommended the brokerage firm he had been using for years,.... More »
What to know about credit card travel insurance as an Air Canada strike looms Aug 16th
After carefully planning a summer vacation, the last thing on your mind should be finding alternate transportation. But some travellers could be left scrambling as the clock ticks down to a possible work stoppage at Air Canada. The airline says it will gradually suspend its flights starting Thursday.... More »
Canada’s best credit cards 2021
– moneysense.ca
Finding the right credit card could save you hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars a year. Whether you’re looking for lower fees, more rewards or simply valuable perks like travel medical insurance or rental car savings, every dollar counts. If you use your credit card wisely, pay off your balance monthly and find the right rewards program for you, and you are sure to come out ahead. There’s a slew of credit card options out there, and it can be challenging to find the best deal—but this list of best credit cards in Canada is here to help. We’ve highlighted the best in 13 different categories so that you can zero in on the ones that fit your spending habits, and offer features you truly value. Remember, this “best credit cards” ranking is the starting point; the final decision is yours to make. The best credit cards in Canada 2021
Card
Rewards / Features
Annual fee
American Express Cobalt
(get more details)*
5 pts/$1 on groceries & dining
2 pts/$1 on travel, gas & transit
1 pt/$1 on everything else
1 pt = 1% / up to 1…
