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Tipping in tough times: How to tip without overspending Apr 17th
With many Canadians facing greater financial constraints, sentiment around tipping culture is shifting. Over the past few years, customers have seen “suggested” tipping amounts rise, and with more people paying on debit and credit machines instead of cash, they are being asked to tip more often..... More »
Holiday debt hangover: How to get your finances back on track Feb 11th
After the holidays wrap up, many Canadians are left dealing with what’s often called a “holiday debt hangover.” It’s that uneasy feeling in January when the celebrations are over, but the credit card bills loom.
Recent surveys show a growing number of Canadians carry holiday-related debt .... More »
Do you need market-neutral ETFs in your portfolio? Apr 23rd
In August 2025, I wrote about a concept that started gaining traction among financial advisors: the 40-30-30 portfolio. This allocation emerged in the aftermath of the 2022 bear market, when rising inflation and aggressive interest-rate hikes caused both stocks and bonds to decline at the same .... More »
The best GIC rates in Canada for 2026 May 4th
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Find the best and most up-to-date GIC rates in Canada using the comparison tool below. Plus, use the filters to assess your estimated rate of return based on the size of your balance.
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Trump wants to cap credit card interest at 10%. Is that a good idea? - CBC + MORE Jan 27th
Trump wants to cap credit card interest at 10%. Is that a good idea? CBCWhy Trump’s Credit-Card Crackdown Will Backfire The Free PressWhat a Credit-Card Interest Rate Cap Would Mean for Consumers BloombergShould Canada cap credit card interest rates? One expert war.... More »
Vote for your favourite credit cards and loyalty programs in Canada’s Choice 2025!
– RewardsCanada.ca
This is where, you, the Canadian consumer get to vote for your favourite credit cards and loyalty programs in Canada!! Voting is quite simple, once you click the voting icon or link below you will be asked to select one card or loyalty program in each one of our 12 categories (or none at all […]
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New Amex Offers drop – 7 new promotions for Fairmont Hotels, lululemon, Subway, Dell & more
– RewardsCanada.ca
The start of October sees a whole bunch of new promotions being added to the Amex Offers program. I must say some of these are really good, namely the Accor Hotels (Fairmont, Sofitel etc.) as it’s not hard to drop $500 at a Fairmont Hotel, even here in Canada, so it’s good to be able […]
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How your rent payments can help build your credit history
– moneysense.ca
Paying rent, much like a mortgage, can often be a person’s biggest monthly expense. Yet, there hasn’t historically been a way for renters to get credit for making these large payments on-time like homeowners. New rent-reporting platforms are aiming to change that. These platforms act as a liaison between renters and their landlords and a credit bureau so renters can build their credit history and improve their chances of qualifying for a mortgage when the time comes.
Rent reporting can help boosts credit scores
“Your rent is your biggest monthly obligation for debt payments so it’s unfair that it’s not counted towards building your credit,” said Viler Lika, founder and CEO of rental services company SingleKey.
Companies like SingleKey, Zenbase, Borrowell, and FrontLobby offer such rent-reporting services, with varying fees and requirements. SingleKey works with landlords and property managers across Canada and screens more than 15,000 rental applications every month…
