How to Apply for a Credit Card: Quick & Easy Steps + MORE May 29th

In 2010, Sam Pillar and Forrest Zeisler met at an Edmonton coffee shop. They got talking and learned they were both computer scientists with an interest in helping small businesses.

Zeisler had a friend at a local painting company that needed help organizing paperwork. Seeing the market potential, Pillar and Zeisler founded Jobber, a software platform that helps small home-services businesses—plumbers, electricians, landscapers—manage and automate administrative tasks.

They bootstrapped the company with small investments from family and took on some credit card debt. Pillar entered a pitch competition through Alberta tech conference AccelerateAB and presented how Jobber worked and what problem it solved to potential investors.

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He came first, winning a trip to a start-up conference in Kelowna, B.C. The experience allowed Pillar to hone his pitching skills, which led to meetings with investors, resulting in a $250,000 fundraising round in 2012…

Air Canada Aeroplan is offering discounted Aeroplan award tickets for travel between Canada and Australia. The discount provides up to a 10% reduction in the number of Aeroplan points required for economy, premium economy and business class awards. The offer is in place for new bookings made by June 8 for travel completed by December […]
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Applying for a credit card can be confusing, with so many card options and features to consider. But before you start researching the various types of credit cards, you need to have a clear picture of your financial situation, including your credit score. This will give you an idea of which cards you may qualify for and help you manage your expectations.
This article will guide you through the process, offering tips and advice to help you make the best decision for your financial needs.
Credit Card Basics
Before applying for any credit card, you should research the different card types, interest rates, fees, and rewards programs available. This will help you choose the right card for your needs.
Types of Credit Cards
Most credit cards can be grouped into a few different categories based on their primary features. Some popular categories include:

Low-interest credit cards: These cards offer lower than standard interest rates, making them an excellent option for you if you anticipate carrying a balance from month to month…

The highest ever bonus of 70,000 points for the TD® Aeroplan® Visa Infinite* Card was revealed today! Ranked as the best airline credit card in Canada, this premium offering from TD also provides strong earn rates on everyday spending, good travel insurance and a benefits package that includes your first checked bag free on Air […]
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15 new American Express Cobalt Card Multipliers, Cathay Pacific adds more flights from Toronto and Vancouver & catch up on This week in RWRDS. Check out today’s points & miles updates here:
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