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Mortgage loans, grants helping Detroit in city’s comeback Mar 27th
DETROIT – Banks and other lending companies are making capital available to home buyers and businesses in Detroit. Some lending and grant programs have included:
— $5 million in grants pledged by Detroit-based Quicken Loans to help improve up to 65 vacant houses for auction in four west side.... More »
GMP’s takeover of FirstEnergy a much-needed shakeup in Calgary's energy scene Aug 6th
The $99-million transaction certainly upsets what had become an established pecking order among investment banks that serve the oil patch
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The best GIC rates in Canada for 2026 + MORE Jan 30th
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Find the best and most up-to-date GIC rates in Canada using the comparison tool below. Plus, use the filters to assess your estimated rate of return based on the size of your balance.
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RBC’s discount broker launches international trading—what to know before you invest + MORE Dec 10th
RBC Direct Investing recently became the only Canadian bank-owned discount brokerage to allow self-directed investors to buy securities trading internationally on several non-North American stock exchanges. It’s not the only option in Canada for investors, though. Interactive Brokers Canada, for e.... More »
The best credit cards for airport lounge access in Canada for 2023 Nov 4th
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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…
