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And The Award Goes To…
– ratesupermarket.ca
Announcing the Best of Finance 2013! We are so proud to share this year’s rankings with you, which highlight finance products with the highest value. Read on for the winners in credit cards, mortgages, learning resources and more!
In other news, Canada’s housing market was thrust back into the spotlight this week, as news of lender mortgage rate cuts abounded and the Bank of Canada rolled out its latest interest rate announcement. It has many wondering if this winter is a prime time for jumping into the housing market – be sure to check out our coverage of the announcement below, as well as this week’s Mortgage Spotlight to get caught up.
Canadians To Cash In With Best Of Finance Awards
What credit card earns the greatest rewards? Are all bank accounts built alike? Many Canadians aren’t offered these answers when seeking out the best personal finance products for their needs, despite what they could be saving. To fill this knowledge gap, RateSupermarket.ca has unveiled the 2013 edition of the Best of Finance Awards, a ranking of the very best credit cards, mortgages, bank accounts and more…
Canadians To Cash In With Best of Finance Awards
– ratesupermarket.ca
RateSupermarket.ca Reveals Best of the Best in Canadian Personal Finance Products
January 23, 2014 – Toronto, Ontario: What credit card earns the greatest rewards? Are all bank accounts built alike? Many Canadians aren’t offered these answers when seeking out the best personal finance products for their needs, despite what they could be saving.
To fill this knowledge gap, RateSupermarket.ca has unveiled the 2013 edition of the Best of Finance Awards, a ranking of the very best credit cards, mortgages, bank accounts and more.
“As Canada’s most comprehensive and transparent personal finance resource, we strive to identify for consumers which finance products offer the greatest value,” says Penelope Graham, Editor at RateSupermarket.ca. “Whether it’s finding a bank account with fewer fees, or selecting a credit card with greater earning potential, consumers have much to gain from insight into the best options on the market.”
The Best Personal Finance Products In Canada
Best Credit Cards 2013 – Highlights
Best Cash Back Rewards Credit Card: Scotia Momentum® VISA Infinite Card
Best Travel Rewards Credit Card: BMO® World Elite™ MasterCard®*
Best Low Interest Credit Card: MBNA TrueLine MasterCard® credit card – Fixed 9…
Jan 23 Update: up to 50% off Starwood stays in Hawaii/French Polynesia, 75% Bonus Aeroplan miles on select AC routes, 17 other bonuses
– RewardsCanada.ca
Today proves to be a relatively quiet day in the world of travel rewards! News, Tips & Tricks No news to pass along today! Travel Deals Starwood Hotels is offering up to 50% off Ocean View and other select premium rooms in Hawaii and French Polynesia. Full Details and online booking Until Jun 30, 14 Bonus Offers Air Canada Aeroplan- Earn 75% Bonus Aeroplan miles when you fly Air Canada or Air Canada Express on select routes in Canada. More…. Register and book by Feb 17 for travel until Apr 30, 14 Air Jamaica 7th Heaven Rewards- Triple 7th Heaven Miles on Hertz rentals of 1 or more days in the U.S. or Canada. More… Until Mar 31, 14Asiana Club- Double Club Miles for stays of two nights and more that are booked at least 20 days in advance at participating World Hotels locations Worldwide. More… Until Feb 28, 14 Delta SkyMiles- Fast Track to Gold Status + 50,000 Bonus SkyMiles when you book one BusinessElite® ticket and fly within 60 days of registration…The Best Credit Card for Students of 2014
– canadianfinanceblog.com
These days, if you want to be able to buy a house later or get a good deal on your insurance rates, you need good credit. One of the easiest ways to build good credit is with the help of a credit card. If you are responsible in your use of credit, making occasional purchases and paying them in full before you are charged interest, you can build a good credit history.Student credit cards are aimed at helping those with little to no credit established themselves. You can start building a financial reputation with the right credit card. Below are the best credit cards for students.
Scotiabank SCENE VISA Card - You can build your credit and earn cool movie rewards with the SCENE VISA card. Earn one point for each dollar you spend anywhere, and redeem those points for movie admissions and concessions. You can earn extra points (five for each dollar spent) at participating Cineplex locations.
There is no annual fee with this student credit card, and you get 4,000 bonus points with your first SCENE VISA card purchase…
Target is apologizing to its Canadian customers for a high-profile security breach at U.S. stores by offering a year of free credit monitoring at its expense.
