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Ends soon: Scotiabank Gold American Express Card – Increased bonus of 45,000 points and first year free! + MORE Dec 17th
The increased limited time welcome bonus on the Scotiabank Gold American Express Card will be coming to a close soon and it will not be extended! Right now when you apply for and are approved for the card you can earn up to 45,000 Scene+ points plus pay no annual fee in the first year. […]
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RWRDS Daily Update Dec 27: Wealthsimple Visa Infinite Card now features No FX Fees and no spending caps Dec 27th
Wealthsimple Visa Infinite Card now features No FX Fees and no spending caps & Earn bonus AIR MILES for booking Hawaii travel. Check out today's points & miles updates here:
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What is an RDSP? + MORE Dec 9th
When Selena Gusikoski and her family first came across promotional materials for the registered disability savings plan (RDSP), they didn’t open one right away. Gusikoski has five siblings, and her youngest brother, Cody, has a disability. The family works closely to make sure Cody can live an ind.... More »
Weekly Shopping Bonus Offers Round Up: Scene+, PC Optimum, AIR MILES & more Dec 26th
It’s Thursday! So you know what that means! Here is your weekly shopping bonus offers round up. Be sure to check your accounts and load all your personalized shopping offers. AIR MILES AIR MILES has a great Boxing Day bonus of 20x miles on all eligible purchases made site wide via AIR MILES Shops..... More »
Secured loans vs. unsecured personal loans: Which should Canadians get? + MORE Dec 11th
If you want to borrow money, you have several options in Canada, including a secured or unsecured loan. These loan types have several things in common. Off the top: Financial institutions will lend money for a certain period of time (a.k.a. a term), both types require a credit check and both charge .... More »
This Week in RWRDS December 6, 2024: The best credit card welcome bonuses for December
– RewardsCanada.ca
This week we look at the most valuable credit card welcome bonuses for December, two great award flight sales, a new dual concept Plaza Premium Lounge in Vancouver and much more in our weekly credit card and loyalty rewards newscast! Watch This Week in RWRDS here: Listen to This Week in RWRDS here: Links […]
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We are now in the final stretch for Christmas and Holiday shopping and if you still looking for last minute gifts you can score yourself some bonus AIR MILES for shopping online via AIR MILES Shops. Collectors will earn 150 AIR MILES Bonus Miles when spending $100 or more in a single transaction before any […]
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What’s included in Canada’s GST holiday—and how not to overspend
– moneysense.ca
While many Canadians highly anticipate the federal government’s upcoming GST holiday, experts say consumers need to make sure they’re saving money on what they need most without falling for the allure of a deal and hurting their bottom line.
For most low- and middle-income families, “getting any amount of discount is always a benefit,” said Jessica Morgan, founder of financial literacy site Canadian Budget.
But to take advantage of the tax break, “it really depends on what the purchase is for and when,” she said.
The tax break can mean savings in the short term, but the equation may change when you consider whether you can fit these purchases into your budget. Putting them on credit could mean racking up interest and adding to your debt.
“It’s a decision people will have to make depending on when they need to make those purchases, when they’re giving those gifts or if they’re hosting a dinner or they need to do their regular groceries,” Morgan said…
