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Canada’s best rewards credit cards 2020 + MORE Jul 24th
When choosing a good overall rewards card, you have to consider the entire package of goodies before making a final decision. Do you prefer a no fee card or are you willing to pay for perks? Are you more interested in spending bonuses, VIP lounge access, cash-back rewards or no blackout periods when.... More »
Why tax season is turning into a debt trap for Canadians (and how to avoid it) Apr 2nd
If you typically carry a credit card balance, you’re in good company. The recent Study of the Canadian Consumer (Winter 2026) by Vividata shows that more than 1 in 3 Canadians (36%) usually have a credit card balance from month to month. What’s striking, however, is the study’s finding that 49.... More »
Is Wealthsimple a bank? Not exactly, but it’s launching new “banking” services + MORE Jun 12th
Canadians aren’t short of credit card options, that’s for sure. At an average of two to three credit cards per person, we have more credit cards than debit cards in our wallets. But there’s still room for one more, suggests Wealthsimple with its recently launched bank-like offerings, including.... More »
RWRDS Daily Update – July 3, 2024: New AIR MILES bonus offers for Shell + two new Amex Offers + MORE Jul 4th
Two new AIR MILES bonus offers for Shell and two new Amex Offers statement credits for Bay Bloor Radio & Michael Hill. Check out today's points & miles updates here:
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What is a Secured Credit Card and How Does It Work? + MORE Jun 29th
A good credit history is important for everyone. It’s a gateway to more borrowing options and the basis of a positive financial future. But what if you have no credit, or some unfortunate marks on your record make it hard to get a new card?
That’s where a secured credit card may come in.... More »
Federal Reserve raises rates for third time this year
– creditcards.com
The U.S. central bank raised its benchmark rate a quarter point – meaning higher APRs on most credit cards – and projected more hikes in 2018.
Rate survey: Average card APR dips to 16.14 percent
– creditcards.com
Dec. 13, 2017: The average credit card interest rate slipped Wednesday for the first time since May, according to the CreditCards.com Weekly Credit Card Rate Report.
