Canada has several major banks and many schedule II banks – but with rates and plans all over the map, it’s difficult to know where to bring your business. Our aim is to help you navigate Canada’s banking options to discover which one suits your needs best.
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The First Home Savings Account is finally here. Here’s how it can save you thousands in taxes Apr 11th
The new federal plan has some hiccups — it’s still not available at the Big Six banks — but once it’s up and running, it will allow potential buyers to save for their first home tax-free..... More »
The Best Credit Cards for Students in 2019 Jan 15th
If you’re a student in college or university, you understand that every penny counts. Tuition is high, textbooks are expensive, and it’s hard to maintain healthy eating habits while living off-campus when all you can afford are those packets of Sidekicks pasta for $1.
This is where a good rewar.... More »
Bank fees: Everything you need to know before switching to a no-fee account Jul 29th
With the recent news that bank fees have increased during the pandemic and challenger banks like Neo Financial promising no fees on accounts, switching banks may be at the forefront of your mind. But having a good understanding of bank fees—what they are, how they’re determined and the kind of s.... More »
Trying to engineer a profitable portfolio Apr 10th
Somayaji Ayalasomayajula, 22, Mechanical Engineer, Toronto
I’ve been interested in growing my money since I was 12. At a pretty young age my dad gave me some money and helped me buy a GIC (guaranteed income certificate) with it. I think the aim was to help me see how money grows through interest a.... More »
The best low-interest credit cards in Canada for 2024 + MORE Sep 4th
Credit card interest rates aren’t all the same. If you carry a balance, or if you expect to take on debt that will take some time to pay off, you might want to consider a low-interest credit card. The savings could be substantial: while most regular credit cards charge around 20% in interest, the .... More »
Trump says U.S. is ready to act alone on North Korea
– macleans.ca
US President Donald Trump holds a National Economic Council listening session with the CEOs of small and community banks, in the Roosevelt Room at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 09 March 2017. Trump wants to hear from some twelve CEOs what might prevent them from lending to consumers and small businesses. (KEVIN DIETSCH/EPA/CP)POTOMAC FALLS, Va. — United States President Donald Trump says that the U.S. is prepared to act alone if China does not take a tougher stand against North Korea’s nuclear program.
Trump’s comments in an interview with the Financial Times come just days before he is set to host Chinese President Xi Jinping at his Mar-a-Lago estate in South Florida. The two are expected to discuss a number of issues, including North Korea, trade and territorial disputes in the South China Sea during their meeting on Thursday and Friday.
“Yes, we will talk about North Korea,” Trump told the newspaper for a story that appeared Sunday on its website…
