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January 21 Update: CIBC Aventura Visa Infinite Privilege Card added to comparison charts, discount offer for No1 Lounges, new welcome offers for Amex AIR MILES cards Jan 22nd
We have added the CIBC Aventura Visa Infinite Privilege Card to our credit card comparison charts. You'll find them on the following charts:Canadian Travel Credit Card Comparison: All Travel Rewards Credit CardsCanadian Travel Credit Card Comparison: Travel Points Credit Cards If you are flyin.... More »
September 2 Update: 50,000 bonus PC Optimum points for Shoppers Drug Mart online purchases, 50,000 bonus Be Well points on Thursday and earn 150 AIR MILES on a free hearing test + MORE Sep 2nd
Today and tomorrow you can earn 50,000 bonus PC Optimum points when you spend $150 or more online with Shoppers Drug Mart. Those 50,000 points are worth $50. Find out more here. Image via Shoppers Drug Mart Meanwhile Rexall will also be awarding 50,000 bonus points on beauty products but on Th.... More »
250 Free Aeroplan Miles for sharing your Aeroplan Travel Story + MORE Dec 13th
Aeroplan reached out to the blogger community yesterday with this new and easy way to score another 250 free Aeroplan miles! We were out racking up tons of points Christmas shopping so are bringing it to you a day late but nonetheless if you haven't taken advantage of it yet now you can! Simply shar.... More »
7 everyday card questions that can leave you confused + MORE Mar 21st
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Canada’s Best Visa Credit Cards 2022 + MORE Apr 11th
When consumers shop for a new credit card, they typically look at the ability to collect points, the insurance coverage offered, fees and interest rates on unpaid balances—not at the credit card company itself. But if you already have an account with RBC, CIBC, Scotiabank or any other Visa issuers.... More »
7 simple ways to start saving money now
– moneysense.ca
Most people realize that saving their hard-earned money is essential to ensuring a comfortable future. It’s just the actual execution of a savings plan that eludes them. But trying to save without a concrete plan can leave you feeling directionless and lost, both of which seriously hinder progress. On the other hand, implementing a savings plan that is too stringent could lead to feelings of discouragement, which may drive you to abandon your path.
So what are the best ways to create a savings plan and stick to it?
Set a goal
First, identify what you’re saving for, says Noel D’Souza, a certified financial planner with Money Coaches Canada in Toronto. Whether it’s a trip to Italy you hope to take in a few months, a down payment for your dream house, or the big one—saving for retirement—having a very specific goal will help you stay motivated and on track.
The truth is, society has gotten away from the saving habit because we now all have easy access to credit. But saving takes the stress out of wondering if you have enough money or not…
So what are the best ways to create a savings plan and stick to it?
Set a goal
First, identify what you’re saving for, says Noel D’Souza, a certified financial planner with Money Coaches Canada in Toronto. Whether it’s a trip to Italy you hope to take in a few months, a down payment for your dream house, or the big one—saving for retirement—having a very specific goal will help you stay motivated and on track.
The truth is, society has gotten away from the saving habit because we now all have easy access to credit. But saving takes the stress out of wondering if you have enough money or not…
November 9 Update: Save $20 on Canadian Points University tickets, Apply Pay with Amex Canada coming soon and more
– RewardsCanada.ca
This will be another four day week on Rewards Canada as we’ll have no updates on Remembrance Day. News, Tips & Tricks On Friday we let you know about the Canadian Points University! and are happy to pass along a discount code if you want to buy tickets to this event! Use REWARD20 to save $20 on the ticket price! Visit the site here.Super exciting news that Air France KLM have now released seats for the 50% off Promo Awards in Business Class between Vancouver and Europe in February. Read how you can combine this discount with their buy miles bonus to save some major coin on these flights. Find out more here.You will soon be able to use your Canadian issued American Express card with Apple Pay. Find out more here.Home Hardware is once again running an Aeroplan bonus. Earn triple miles on all purchases made at Home stores or online. Find out more here. Posts since our last update:How to save 50% on an Air France Business Class ticket between Vancouver and Berlin Over the past two weeks or so we’ve brought you details how you can use the current Air France KLM… Travel Deals Hertz Canada: Save $5/day, Up to $35 Max When You Book Now! Valid through 1/31/16 Bonus Offers Air China Phoenix Miles- Earn up to 50% Bonus Phoenix Miles Kilometers when you fly on Air Macau…Volkswagen AG will offer credit cards worth $1,000, of which half is to be spent at VW and Audi dealerships, to U.S. owners of certain diesel models that do not comply with government emissions standards, VW’s U.S. subsidiary said on Monday.
