The “Big Five” Canadian banks offer credit cards and include Royal Bank of Canada, Toronto Dominion Bank (TD Canada Trust), Bank of Nova Scotia, Bank of Montreal and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). Did you know that there are many other options?
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The new AIR MILES Flights is here! A hands on look at the value of flights in the new program (Part 2) + MORE Nov 18th
Welcome to Part 2 of our coverage of the new AIR MILES Flights program. In Part 1 we highlighted once again what the new AIR MILES flights provides from dynamic pricing to booking in any fare class and more. As promised we said we would dissect the new dynamic rewards to see what value each AIR MILE.... More »
Big Changes to the MBNA Rewards World Elite Mastercard - now earns 5 points per dollar in select categories + 10% annual bonus points + MORE Jun 25th
File this one into the category of "nobody saw this one coming"- well until we were notified about two weeks ago and then when the details were leaked onto Red Flag Deals a few days ago. The next bank to be making some major changes this week is TD's subsidiary MBNA. Today they are officially .... More »
The best store credit cards in Canada 2022 + MORE Apr 23rd
Creatures of habit, rejoice! Your loyal shopping behaviours may just pay off, big time. If you shop regularly at certain retailers, using a store credit card can help you to earn discounts, free goods and exclusive perks by swiping or tapping for everyday purchases. Spending with a store credit card.... More »
Mogo Platinum Prepaid Visa earn rate will be bumped up to a flat 2% as of June 1 + MORE May 29th
Great news in the world of prepaid credit cards - Mogo will be increasing the cash back rate for their Mogo Visa* Platinum Prepaid Card to a flat 2% as of June 1. Currently the card earns 1% Bitcoin cashback on purchases in Canada and 2% for foreign transactions. For anyone who has this card o.... More »
RWRDS Daily Update Jan 14: WestJet adding non-stop Calgary to Mexico City flights + MORE Jan 15th
WestJet adding direct non-stop Calgary to Mexico City flights, Stash Hotel Rewards is expanding to Alberta and Earn 25 bonus Aeroplan Miles at Starbucks. Check out today's points & miles updates here:
The post RWRDS Daily Update Jan 14: WestJet adding non-stop Calgary to Mexico City flights app.... More »
Big May Money: 4 Cash Offers You Can’t Afford to Miss!
– ratesupermarket.ca
Big news – May marks RateSupermarket’s 6th birthday (I know… we’re growing up so fast!). To celebrate, we’re hosting our biggest offer bonanza EVER – and you’re the one scoring the presents! Cash in with a better rate, check out our great free gift card offers – or enter to win BIG money this month. Check out our DEALS page for all the action. After all, getting FREE cash is truly the icing on the cake.
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Get $100 upon approval…
Calling all smart spenders – if you’re reaching for just any plastic for those everyday purchases, you’re missing out! Make the switch to maximize rewards earnings, or pay lower interest, with these two fantastic Scotiabank credit card offers. Plus – get a FREE $100 gift card upon approval of either credit card.
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Scotia Momentum® VISA Infinite Card
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Average Annual Rewards = $401…
Citizenship Minister Chris Alexander says Canada is making visa processing quicker for Mexicans who have travelled to Canada or the U.S. within the last 10 years. Under the new program, applicants’ passports will be examined for proof of previous travel and their applications will then be expedited.
Spice up your fixed income
– moneysense.ca
If you’re like most moderately conservative income investors, you probably agree that relatively safe, reliable, boring investments are good. That means keeping the core of your fixed income in investment-grade bonds or GICs.
However, if you’re adventurous you may consider adding a touch of spice to your portfolio: you might allocate 10% or 20% of your fixed income to more specialized investments.
However, if you’re adventurous you may consider adding a touch of spice to your portfolio: you might allocate 10% or 20% of your fixed income to more specialized investments.
READ: A Goldilocks strategy: Building a balanced portfolio for retirement
The key is being selective. Look for investments with clear benefits not provided by core investments. You’ll want good prospects for reasonable returns without taking on too much credit risk or interest-rate sensitivity. Ideally they should perform differently from the broad stock and bond markets, so they can help even out the ups and downs in your overall portfolio. Here are three funds worth considering:
PIMCO Monthly Income Fund: This fund was runner-up for Morningstar’s Fixed Income Fund Manager of the year for 2013…
May 12 Update: Shop.ca Aeroplan bonus extended and 4x AAdvantage Miles on National rentals
– RewardsCanada.ca
A quiet start to the week! News, Tips & Tricks The up to 16 Aeroplan Miles per dollar offer at Shop.ca has been extended to May 31st. Bonus Offers AeroMexico Club Premier- Double Club Premier Kilometers for stays of 2 or more nights at NH Hotels in Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, Spain or the United Kingdom. More… Until Jun 30, 14Air China Phoenix Miles- Triple Phoenix Miles Kilometers for stays at any participating Hyatt Hotel Worldwide starting with your second stay. More… Until Aug 31, 14American AAdvantage- Quadruple AAdvantage Miles when you rent a compact through full-size car at any participating National location in the United States. More… Until Dec 31, 14- 5,000 Bonus AAdvantage Miles after your second month as an Everything Energy customer. More… Residents of Texas only Ongoing Best Western Rewards- 500 Bonus Rewards points for stays at the Best Western Museumhotels Delft. More… Until Jun 30, 14Delta SkyMiles- 2,000 bonus miles and 2,000 Medallion® Qualification Miles (MQMs) when you book and fly your next Delta or Delta Connection round-trip flight to and from anywhere…
