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Personal Income Tax Guide: The deadline for filing your 2021 return, tax brackets and more + MORE Dec 12th
The year 2021 has been a year about money, from the latest crypto to inflation to housing prices to taxes. While money trends can go up and down—or up and up for certain matters—taxes can be more predictable, if you’re prepared. This year’s MoneySense income tax guide includes the things you.... More »
Climbing Debt, Diminishing Savings Highlighted in CBC Documentary + MORE Mar 8th
When it comes to debt management, many Canadians are struggling to keep up, with their housing situation being a source of stress. That was one of the key takeaways from the latest episode of CBC Television’s The Stats of Life, which focused on Canadian statistics surrounding savings (or lack.... More »
The best high-interest savings accounts in Canada for 2023 Jul 24th
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5 steps to help you prepare for buying a house + MORE Nov 10th
This November will be the 5th anniversary of Financial Literacy Month (FLM). It’s a month-long awareness campaign to promote the importance of making informed financial decisions and developing healthy financial habits—decisions and habits that can make or break your desire to become a hom.... More »
2020 Income Tax: What you can’t—and can—claim for your work-from-home office during the COVID-19 pandemic Dec 5th
You furnished a functional home office, you’ve got face masks ready by the door for when you need to run an errand, and you bought sanitizer (so many bottles of sanitizer). You’ve done your part to stay home and help flatten the coronavirus curve. The question now is: Can you write off working f.... More »
$566,585,415: The Same Sex Wedding Gift To The Canadian Economy
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RateSupermarket.ca’s Latest “Cost Of” Study Finds Big Bucks in Wedding Bells
Toronto, Ontario – June 26, 2013: $566,585,415: That’s the potential contribution of same sex weddings to Canada’s economy.
In the spirit of Pride Week, RateSupermarket.ca, Canada’s comprehensive financial rates comparison site, has released an in-depth look at the economic opportunity presented by same sex weddings and equality for all. The findings? An injection of hundreds of millions of dollars into Canada’s $4-billion-per-year wedding industry.
The study also found the average Canadian wedding to cost $26,961, bringing to light the need for all couples to take a unified stance on money management, as affording life’s financial milestones can present significant savings challenges.
“It’s important for couples to be on the same page when it comes to financial goals,” says Penelope Graham, Editor at RateSupermarket.ca. “Whether you’re planning a wedding, a family, to buy a home, or even the monthly budget, it’s vital to share your finance attitude and strategy with your partner…
Smart Credit Card Use While On Vacation
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Like many other Canadians, you’re likely pulling out your maps (or Google Maps) and planning where to hit the road this summer – but have you considered how you’ll pay for your travels? If a cash diet is out of the question on your vacation and you’ll be relying on credit, it’s important to know which credit cards will lead to savings and rewards, rather than racked-up debt.
Offset Expenses With Rewards
First, identify your largest travel expense: will it be gas, lodging, food or entertainment? Consider using an applicable rewards credit card to get maximum savings from those purchases. For example, if you’re planning to drive far, try a gas rewards card such as the Shell CashBack World MasterCard, which offers 3 per cent cash back on gas purchases (but look ahead to be sure the gas retailer to sign up with has outlets where you’re headed!).
Other options include hotel-related cards such as The Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card. Or, if next year’s trip is by plane, just put all your purchases on an airline points card such as the ScotiaGold Passport VISA, which gives new signups 5,000 bonus points, offers 5 per cent cash back on travel purchases, and also includes comprehensive travel insurance coverage…
Your Summer Getaway To Savings
– ratesupermarket.ca
June 28, 2013
In Canada, they say we have two seasons: hockey season and high summer. And while our beloved national sport has been put on ice till the fall, it’s time for another great Canadian tradition; cold drinks on a warm dock.
What many vacationers overlook when planning their summer getaways is a savings and spending plan. Whether you plan to pitch a tent or languish the days away at a cottage this season, read on for our guide to sweet savings while on vacation.
3 Ways To Spend Less On Gas This Summer
Temps are rising – and the open road is calling to city-dwelling folk in search of a fun summer getaway. Piling the family into the car and hitting the highway may be tradition for many Canadians… but so is spending a fortune at the gas pump along the way.
The good news – there are ways for savvy consumers to save on their fuel costs. Check out our list of top gas saving resources so you can fill up for less.
Read Allan’s Blog | 3 Ways To Spend Less On Gas This Summer
Smart Credit Card Use While On Vacation
There’s nothing worse than paying off your vacation long after you’ve returned home…
