The “Big Five” Canadian banks offer credit cards and include Royal Bank of Canada, Toronto Dominion Bank (TD Canada Trust), Bank of Nova Scotia, Bank of Montreal and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). Did you know that there are many other options?
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Credit card interest rates remain at 14.89 percent for 6th week + MORE Feb 11th
Feb. 11, 2015: Average rates on new credit card offers remained stuck at 14.89 percent Wednesday for the sixth consecutive week, according to the CreditCards.com Weekly Credit Card Rate Report..... More »
Scotiabank Gold American Express Card: 34 new confirmed multiplier locations in B.C., U.S., Mexico, Austria, Aruba and Hong Kong Feb 23rd
Here’s our second update to our new Scotiabank Gold American Express Card Confirmed Multiplier Locations list with 32 new locations being added today from B.C., the U.S., Mexico, Austria, Aruba and Hong Kong. Nothing like being able to earn up to 5x points AND pay No FX Fees outside of Canada! The.... More »
Hudson’s Bay names J.C. Penney’s Edward Record as new CFO Aug 18th
During his tenure, Record helped improve Penney’s capital structure, reduce its debt leverage and improve its credit rating, HBC said
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WestJet RBC World Elite MasterCard changes coming on November 1 - Lounge Access, Concierge Service and increased annual fee + MORE Aug 30th
Shout out to Jon V. who alerted us to these changes coming to the WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard as of November 1st. The changes are both good and bad (mostly good) as WestJet and RBC continually work at evolving the card into a stronger product. The good news is lounge access and concierge serv.... More »
Aimia says Esso shift to PC Optimum won’t shake Aeroplan member confidence + MORE Mar 14th
MONTREAL _ The operator of Aeroplan is pushing back at suggestions that Esso’s shift to the PC Optimum card could shake member confidence with the planned departure of Air Canada as a partner looming in 2020.
“We understand the sentiment, but our members have stuck by us over the last ye.... More »
Big May Money: 4 Cash Offers You Can’t Afford to Miss!
– ratesupermarket.ca
Big news – May marks RateSupermarket’s 6th birthday (I know… we’re growing up so fast!). To celebrate, we’re hosting our biggest offer bonanza EVER – and you’re the one scoring the presents! Cash in with a better rate, check out our great free gift card offers – or enter to win BIG money this month. Check out our DEALS page for all the action. After all, getting FREE cash is truly the icing on the cake.
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Offer 1: Get a Credit Card, Score a FREE Gift Card Upon Approval
*Choose from over 50 cards!
Get $100 upon approval…
Calling all smart spenders – if you’re reaching for just any plastic for those everyday purchases, you’re missing out! Make the switch to maximize rewards earnings, or pay lower interest, with these two fantastic Scotiabank credit card offers. Plus – get a FREE $100 gift card upon approval of either credit card.
Want to Maximize Cash Rewards?
Scotia Momentum® VISA Infinite Card
WINNER of RateSupermarket’s 2013 Best Cash Back Rewards Credit Card!
Average Annual Rewards = $401…
Citizenship Minister Chris Alexander says Canada is making visa processing quicker for Mexicans who have travelled to Canada or the U.S. within the last 10 years. Under the new program, applicants’ passports will be examined for proof of previous travel and their applications will then be expedited.
Spice up your fixed income
– moneysense.ca
If you’re like most moderately conservative income investors, you probably agree that relatively safe, reliable, boring investments are good. That means keeping the core of your fixed income in investment-grade bonds or GICs.
However, if you’re adventurous you may consider adding a touch of spice to your portfolio: you might allocate 10% or 20% of your fixed income to more specialized investments.
However, if you’re adventurous you may consider adding a touch of spice to your portfolio: you might allocate 10% or 20% of your fixed income to more specialized investments.
READ: A Goldilocks strategy: Building a balanced portfolio for retirement
The key is being selective. Look for investments with clear benefits not provided by core investments. You’ll want good prospects for reasonable returns without taking on too much credit risk or interest-rate sensitivity. Ideally they should perform differently from the broad stock and bond markets, so they can help even out the ups and downs in your overall portfolio. Here are three funds worth considering:
PIMCO Monthly Income Fund: This fund was runner-up for Morningstar’s Fixed Income Fund Manager of the year for 2013…
May 12 Update: Shop.ca Aeroplan bonus extended and 4x AAdvantage Miles on National rentals
– RewardsCanada.ca
A quiet start to the week! News, Tips & Tricks The up to 16 Aeroplan Miles per dollar offer at Shop.ca has been extended to May 31st. Bonus Offers AeroMexico Club Premier- Double Club Premier Kilometers for stays of 2 or more nights at NH Hotels in Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, Spain or the United Kingdom. More… Until Jun 30, 14Air China Phoenix Miles- Triple Phoenix Miles Kilometers for stays at any participating Hyatt Hotel Worldwide starting with your second stay. More… Until Aug 31, 14American AAdvantage- Quadruple AAdvantage Miles when you rent a compact through full-size car at any participating National location in the United States. More… Until Dec 31, 14- 5,000 Bonus AAdvantage Miles after your second month as an Everything Energy customer. More… Residents of Texas only Ongoing Best Western Rewards- 500 Bonus Rewards points for stays at the Best Western Museumhotels Delft. More… Until Jun 30, 14Delta SkyMiles- 2,000 bonus miles and 2,000 Medallion® Qualification Miles (MQMs) when you book and fly your next Delta or Delta Connection round-trip flight to and from anywhere…
