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So you fell short of your financial goals in 2025—here’s how to do better + MORE Dec 31st
Did you fall behind on your financial goals for 2025? If so, you’re not alone. According to a survey by online estate planning platform Willful, 58% of Canadians reported postponing financial tasks they’d earmarked for the year, such as paying down debt, contributing to registered savings and in.... More »
The best high-interest savings accounts in Canada for 2025 + MORE Jan 21st
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Will credit card debt affect my mortgage application? Mar 27th
If you’re shopping around for a mortgage, you probably already know that lenders ask for a ton of financial information before determining how much you can borrow. That list includes your household income and how much you owe—including credit card debt, car payments and unsecured personal loans..... More »
The best RRSP investments 2022 + MORE Oct 31st
A registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) is an investment that is registered with the Canadian federal government. RRSPs are often described as being “tax-advantaged.” That means you don’t pay income tax on the amount you are contributing to an RRSP, in the year you earn that contribution. .... More »
Video: How to close a bank account + MORE Sep 12th
Pretty much every Canadian has a bank account. So it makes sense to ensure that you have the best savings account for you (and chequing too) by shopping around. So if you’ve decided to move on from your current bank, you will want to close your old account and ensure that nothing gets lost in the .... More »
We asked personal finance expert Chuck Grace whether contributing to an RRSP or a TFSA is a wiser option for long-haul savings.You’ve got a bit of extra money, and you’d like to sock it away for the long term. But what’s the best way to do it?
The best travel credit cards that aren’t travel credit cards
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If we’ve learned anything from the pandemic, it’s that things can change quickly. In 2019, travel was a major spending category for Canadians. But in 2020, we were grounded by the COVID-19 pandemic. So, it’s understandable if earning travel rewards aren’t at the top of your priority list. At the same time, you might not want to give up your travel goals entirely. Enter travel card alternatives—credit cards with travel benefits and features that are also useful for other types of spending. In this article, we’ll look at some of the variables to consider when choosing a travel-alt card, using the HSBC line of credit cards as an example.
What is a travel-alt credit card?
Travel credit card alternatives, or travel-alt credit cards, are cards that offer rewards on travel spending and on other things, too. Traditional travel credit cards (with earning capabilities and rewards toward flights, hotels, cruises, car rentals and experiences like tours) are very popular in Canada…
We asked personal finance expert Chuck Grace whether contributing to an RRSP or a TFSA is a wiser option for long-haul savings.You’ve got a bit of extra money, and you’d like to sock it away for the long term. But what’s the best way to do it?
