The “Big Five” Canadian banks 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). Are there other viable options?
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A Decline in House Prices Could Lead to an Increase in Mortgage Defaults + MORE Jul 10th
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the Canadian economy. While the number of new cases is now trending in the right direction in many parts of the country, the economic carnage will continue to be felt for some time. One area that is being closely watched is the real estate sector. .... More »
Applying for a credit card? Here’s what you should know before getting one Jul 7th
The convenience of making purchases with your credit card comes with many advantages, like rewards, perks and a solid credit history. However, if used irresponsibly, this financial tool can lead to unmanageable debt and a low credit score. So, how can you be a responsible credit card owner? I will e.... More »
Prepaid Credit Cards vs. Prepaid Gift Cards Apr 23rd
If you’ve ever had to shop for “that” person in your life — the one who already has everything — you know that gift cards can be a lifesaver. They’ve been around for almost 26 years, growing into an essential part of any retail business.
More recently, prepaid gift cards branded with pa.... More »
The best no-fee credit cards in Canada for 2024 + MORE Jun 21st
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The best no-fee credit cards in Canada for 2024
From cash back to rewards points (and perks like no foreign transaction fees), here's a list of Canada's best no fee cards.
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4 Low Risk Alternatives to Chequing Accounts + MORE Jan 27th
Investments like stocks, mutual funds, or cryptocurrencies carry some level of risk which you might shy away from for a variety of reasons. Whether you’re saving for college, getting ready to buy a house, or nearing retirement, if you’re looking for safer investment options, here are some o.... More »
How to Keep Your Data Secure When You (and Hackers) Live on Social Media
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Much like how you wouldn’t share your toothbrush with someone else, the same sentiment should be applied to sensitive information like online passwords, personal identification numbers (PIN), or credit card details. And as there are reportedly more than 2.5 billion active users worldwide on social media sites like Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest, now more than ever, it’s important to know how to prevent information or identity theft.
January 28 is International Data Privacy Day, and its purpose is to raise awareness regarding the best ways in which businesses and consumers can protect their personal information online.
One of the pitfalls to social networking
Chances are, over the last decade, you’ve all moved over to storing most of your personal information online. From mobile banking services and online shopping carts, to email services to cloud storage, to GPS and location tracking to social media accounts, each time we download a new app or program onto our devices or sign up for a new account, we are both consciously and unconsciously compromising important personal data…
