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Mortgage broker vs. bank—which will save you more money? + MORE Jun 1st
Choosing a mortgage broker or a bank for your home loan will likely influence which mortgage you end up with. On top of that, there are pluses and minuses to both, as we detail in the table below. Before we dive into which may best suit your financial situation, let’s look at the differences betwe.... More »
The 16 best credit cards in Canada for August 2023 + MORE Aug 16th
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The best high-interest savings accounts in Canada for 2026 + MORE Mar 16th
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Video: How the Bank of Canada’s interest rate affects you
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Think of the Bank of Canada (BoC) as the “influencer of all influencers” when it comes to interest rates. Banks and other financial institutions follow its lead. Learn more about how the BoC’s overnight interest rate impacts you in this short video, featuring MoneySense executive editor Lisa Hannam.
How the Bank of Canada’s interest rate affects you
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