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The Wells Fargo Standard + MORE Sep 24th
Imagine if the Treasury Secretary had to live by new rules for banks..... More »
Outlook 2018, Part 3: The writing on the wall: Housing, mortgages and Canada’s banks Jan 3rd
‘It could well be that the banks are already beginning to tighten up the lending spigots’
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How to Use Your Credit Card While Travelling Nov 27th
Don’t forget to think about money when planning your next trip. While organizing flights, hotels, and vaccinations are all essential, getting your credit cards in order before taking off can save you a lot of money. A little preparation can go a long way.
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Wise Review (formerly TransferWise): A Better Way to Conduct Foreign Exchange? May 14th
The high fees and bloated exchange rates incurred when sending and receiving foreign currency can be a bitter pill to swallow. This is especially true for anyone who has to send international money transfers regularly.
Much of the problem lies in the exchange rates offered by banks, which are priced.... More »
The best student credit cards in Canada for 2023 Oct 12th
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Is your doctor’s office the most dangerous place for data?
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Everyone worries about stolen credit cards or hacked bank accounts, but just visiting the doctor may put you at greater risk for identity fraud.
Those medical forms you give the receptionist and send to your health insurer provide fertile ground for criminals looking to steal your identity, since health care businesses can lag far behind banks and credit card companies in protecting sensitive information. The names, birthdates and — most importantly — Social Security numbers detailed on those forms can help hackers open fake credit lines, file false tax returns and create fake medical records.
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Report shows HSBC helped rich clients dodge taxes
LONDON (AP) — A trove of leaked documents shows that HSBC’s Swiss private bank turned a blind eye to illegal activities of arms dealers and blood diamond traders while helping rich people evade taxes, according to a report based on the documents that was published Monday…
Is your doctor’s office the most dangerous place for data?
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Everyone worries about stolen credit cards or hacked bank accounts, but just visiting the doctor may put you at greater risk for identity fraud.
Those medical forms you give the receptionist and send to your health insurer provide fertile ground for criminals looking to steal your identity, since health care businesses can lag far behind banks and credit card companies in protecting sensitive information. The names, birthdates and — most importantly — Social Security numbers detailed on those forms can help hackers open fake credit lines, file false tax returns and create fake medical records.
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Report shows HSBC helped rich clients dodge taxes
LONDON (AP) — A trove of leaked documents shows that HSBC’s Swiss private bank turned a blind eye to illegal activities of arms dealers and blood diamond traders while helping rich people evade taxes, according to a report based on the documents that was published Monday…
