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A nice big update to the confirmed Cobalt Multipliers list, Canada Jetlines receives the go ahead to launch flights & one new Amex Offer + MORE Aug 22nd
Here's your Rewards Canada update! Your near daily dose of loyalty program, credit card and travel news, bonuses, deals and more.A nice big update to our American Express Cobalt™ Card Confirmed Multiplier Locations feature! Lots of new 5x points locations in Canada and the U.S. plus several 2x.... More »
Are You Ready, Home Buyer? + MORE Jun 5th
Did you know: May and June are the busiest months for real estate activity in Canada? That means buyers are out there in droves – and if you’re one of them, you’re likely feeling the pressure.
This week, we look at the various factors affecting your home ownership chances, from assessing .... More »
Horgan gives $600 million in tax rebates to help curb inflationary pressures - Vancouver Sun + MORE Sep 8th
Horgan gives $600 million in tax rebates to help curb inflationary pressures Vancouver SunB.C. government announces 2 tax credit boosts, rent increase cap for 2023 Global NewsPremier Horgan announced $600 million in new supports to help British Columbians deal with inflation - .... More »
House rich, cash poor in retirement + MORE Oct 15th
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Q: My wife (58) and I (57) are house rich, cash poor and just got approved for a line of credit for $600,000. We’re planning to retire at 65. We have no savings, no RRSPs and no TFSAs. When I reach retirement, I would like to get about $20,000 per year to spend on top of CPP and O.... More »
Ends today: Up to 70,000 bonus points + first year free on the National Bank World Elite Mastercard + MORE Jul 1st
A reminder that National Bank of Canada’s limited time increased welcome bonus of up to 70,000 points + first year free on their World Elite Mastercard is ending today. You’ll want to make sure you complete your application by 23:59 ET tonight! With National Bank’s A la carte rewards 7.... More »
New to US? A primer on how to create, build a credit history
– creditcards.com
If you’re new to the U.S., our credit reporting system can be daunting. Here’s a primer on how to create and build a credit profile
Russian accused of hacking US businesses’ computers pleads not guilty to 29 charges
– canadianbusiness.com
SEATTLE – A Russian lawmaker’s son accused of hacking computers at hundreds of U.S. businesses and stealing credit card information pleaded not guilty to 29 charges Friday.
U.S. District Judge John L. Weinberg ordered Roman Seleznev, of Vladivostok, Russia, held without bail until a hearing Aug. 16 to consider his custody status. His trial has been set to begin Oct. 6.
A 2011 grand jury indictment alleges Seleznev stole more than 200,000 credit card numbers and sold more than 140,000 of them, generating more than $2 million in profits. Some of the victims are in Seattle, where the investigation was centred and an indictment was filed.
Seleznev was arrested last month at an airport in the Maldives and flown to the U.S. territory of Guam, where another federal judge sent him to Seattle to face the charges.
The Russian Foreign Ministry has accused the U.S. government of kidnapping Seleznev.
At the hearing Friday, he spoke through an interpreter, mostly answering “yes” or “no” to the judge’s questions…
U.S. District Judge John L. Weinberg ordered Roman Seleznev, of Vladivostok, Russia, held without bail until a hearing Aug. 16 to consider his custody status. His trial has been set to begin Oct. 6.
A 2011 grand jury indictment alleges Seleznev stole more than 200,000 credit card numbers and sold more than 140,000 of them, generating more than $2 million in profits. Some of the victims are in Seattle, where the investigation was centred and an indictment was filed.
Seleznev was arrested last month at an airport in the Maldives and flown to the U.S. territory of Guam, where another federal judge sent him to Seattle to face the charges.
The Russian Foreign Ministry has accused the U.S. government of kidnapping Seleznev.
At the hearing Friday, he spoke through an interpreter, mostly answering “yes” or “no” to the judge’s questions…
FICO's new credit score formula helps many, hurts some
– creditcards.com
People with paid-off debt or medical debts will see scores rise with the new FICO math, while others will receive lower marks
