Banking in Canada can be a murky subject – one that we hope to shed some light on with a series of highly informational articles.
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Mortgage broker vs. bank—which will save you more money? + MORE Jun 1st
Choosing a mortgage broker or a bank for your home loan will likely influence which mortgage you end up with. On top of that, there are pluses and minuses to both, as we detail in the table below. Before we dive into which may best suit your financial situation, let’s look at the differences betwe.... More »
Cautious optimism for federal plan to let rent count toward credit scores + MORE Apr 1st
The federal government’s commitment to have rent payments counted toward credit scores is being welcomed by companies that already offer the service, while renter advocates have raised concerns.
The plan to make the practice more widespread is encouraging, said Andrew Graham, chief executiv.... More »
The best Visa credit cards in Canada for August 2023 Sep 1st
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Canadians getting sick trying to cut food costs: study - CityNews Toronto + MORE Apr 27th
Canadians getting sick trying to cut food costs: study CityNews TorontoCanadian food banks are on the brink: ‘This is not a sustainable situation’ Global NewsCanadians are taking more risks with their food due to high prices National PostCHARLEBOIS: The hidden co.... More »
Are your deposits at Canadian financial institutions safe? + MORE Jun 10th
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We live in Ontario, and in light of the current banking problems in the U.S., we are a bit concerned about our investments.
They are held at three different banks at the moment and are largely in GICs and high-interest savings accounts.
We are aware that up to $100,000 is insure.... More »
Canada’s best Mastercard credit cards for 2023
– moneysense.ca
Mastercard is one of the most widely accepted credit cards in the world, and its association with the Bank of Montreal and status as the only card you can use at Costco make it a strong choice for everyday spending. Whatever you need in a credit card—whether it’s opportunities to earn cash or rewards, to travel, to take advantage of low interest rates, or to gain access to premium perks—there’s a Mastercard for you on this list.
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