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Second Cup signs deal for $8-million loan following review of strategic options + MORE Dec 5th
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – The Second Cup Ltd. (TSX:SCU) has signed a deal for a four-year, $8-million secured term loan from an affiliate of Serruya Private Equity following a review of its strategic options.
The company says proceeds from the loan will be used to repay its existing $6-million credi.... More »
The 3 most overrated credit cards in Canada + MORE Oct 1st
Out of the several hundred credit card options in Canada there are perhaps three dozen cards that get the majority of attention. Rightfully so, some of these cards deserve the attention they get – cards like the American Express Cobalt Card and the Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite Card, j.... More »
Credit card fraud victims who fought back - CreditCards.com + MORE Jan 5th
Oftentimes, card thieves are not held accountable for their crimes. These victims made sure they were..... More »
Top 5 Small Business Credit Card Sign Up offers for March - These cards provide the best value out of their welcome bonuses + MORE Mar 12th
Here are the Rewards Canada Top 5 Small Business Credit Card Sign Up offers for this month! This is not a 'best' credit card list like our Top Travel Rewards Credit Card rankings but instead a look at cards for small businesses that have very good acquisition (welcome/sign up) offers. As always .... More »
Customers not happy with Apple's 'pitiful' cure for iPhone 'touch disease' Nov 20th
Apple is finally offering a cure for its iPhone 6 Plus models plagued by so-called "touch disease." But some customers are dismayed to discover the company is charging a fee and placing the blame on them..... More »
July 29 Update: British Airways to put A380 on YVR-LHR route, Hilton HHonors Gold Fast Track offer, IHG Buy Points Bonus
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This is going to be a week to catch up here on Rewards Canada as we were off all last week! News, Tips & TricksBritish Airways will be launching Airbus A380 service between Vancouver and London in May 2016 for the summer season (Source Airlineroute.net) The boost in seats means there is quite a bit of award availability right now for that route in Economy, Business and First Class! For example here is a screen shot of the availability May 5 – 13Now as we always warn, redemptions via BA Executive Club for travel on BA will incur high carrier surcharges but those can pale in comparison to the actual cost Business and First Class tickets. Some savings can be brought about by utilizing the current American Express 25% bonus on converting Membership Rewards points transfers to British Airways! Well it doesn’t really save you money on the surcharges but technically lowers the amount of credit card spend required to get the award flight mileage. Find out more about that bonus here…Fed holds course but rate hike draws nearer
– creditcards.com
APRs on variable rate credit cards will hold steady a while longer, as the Federal Reserve decided that the economy still needs support from cheap money
Mom steals ID, racks up debt, ruins daughter's credit
– creditcards.com
Reluctant to turn her mom in, a daughter now faces thousands in debt that she can’t repay
Beware Frosh Week Marketing Mania
– ratesupermarket.ca
By: Derek Nicholson
The first week of school is almost upon us, bringing with it the myriad of events and activities also known as Frosh Week. From concerts to guest speakers, schools aim to make students feel welcome and excited to start or continue their studies.
With the fun, however, come the marketing motives. They’re easy to spot; companies with booths set up in the atrium, ready to appeal to the wide-eyed, excitable state of froshers – especially those setting foot on campus for the first time. Through a little strategic placement and a good pitch, these companies hope students and parents alike will take the bait, from cable packages to credit cards.
Stay Out Of My Pocket
In my opinion, a problem lies with the amazing “deals” that get plastered around campuses. For those who are new to college or university, companies aim to convince you to “buy this” or “upgrade that” in order to be successful in your schooling, which is more often than not a blatant money grab…
Rate survey: Average APR lodged at 15 percent for 6th straight week
– creditcards.com
July 29, 2015: Interest rates on new credit card offers were left unchanged again this week, according to the CreditCards.com Weekly Credit Card Rate Report.
