Banking in Canada can be a murky subject – one that we hope to shed some light on with a series of highly informational articles.
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6 times when a GIC is a smart investment choice + MORE Mar 10th
A guaranteed investment certificate (GIC) may seem like your grandfather’s kind of savings product. After all, his generation was fond of similar investment tools, like government savings bonds and treasury bills, and benefited from periods where interest rates were high enough to make these low-r.... More »
The 10 best no-fee credit cards in Canada for August 2023 Aug 23rd
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Is now the time for retirees to sell stocks and buy GICs? Mar 4th
My husband is retired and concerned that his money that is invested in his RRSP and TFSA is fluctuating too much. He is retired and is wondering if his funds should be in a GIC account as it’s paying 4% and not losing principal. He’s concerned in this volatile market.—Rodeen
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The best instant approval credit cards in Canada 2022 Oct 12th
If you’re applying for a credit card, chances are you want it as soon as possible. Unfortunately, you often have to wait several days to see if you were approved, and then wait some more while the card makes its way to you in the mail. The good news is many credit cards now offer instant approval..... More »
The best balance transfer credit cards in Canada for 2024 Feb 16th
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The best balance transfer credit cards in Canada for 2024
Moving your credit card debt to a balance transfer card can help you pay off the debt more quickly by paying little or no interest.
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Watch: How to open a bank account
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Looking for a better interest rate? Want more accessible ATMs? Tired of paying fees for things like bank drafts? Whatever your reason, changing banks or opening a new bank account can take just a few clicks—if you’re prepared. Watch this two-minute video to see what documents you’ll need (even for a student account) and find out when to close your old bank account.
Watch: How to open a bank account
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