Why Ottawa's new job credit comes at just the right time for small business – Financial Post + MORE Sep 12th

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Americans continued to favor credit cards in April, as card balances rose $1.7 billion (2.1 percent), according to the Fed's latest consumer credit report..... More »
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The best rewards credit cards in Canada for 2024 + MORE Nov 16th

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Problems with credit card insurance and checking juice labels: CBC's Marketplace consumer cheat sheet Nov 11th

CBC's Marketplace rounds up the consumer and health news you need from the week, including why those fake CRA calls won't go away, investigating credit card insurance and looking at apple juice labels..... More »

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The revamped TD First Class Travel® Visa Infinite* Card is officially here and to celebrate TD has introduced the best ever bonus of up to 145,000 points along with no annual fee in the first year on the card. News of the card’s overhaul was released this past July with changes to the earn ra.... More »
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Canadian Parents Spending More on Back-to-School than Holiday Gifts + MORE Aug 15th

With September just around the corner, kids across the nation are likely dreading the thought of going back to school, and parents are likely dreading the costs that come with it. From clothing and technology to snacks and supplies, a recent RetailMeNot.ca survey found 53 per cent of Canadian paren.... More »
Sep 12 Update: 40 Bonus Air Miles for Best Western stays, great Alaska Airlines car rental bonusesJust bonuses to pass along to you today! News, Tips & Tricks No news is good news! Bonus Offers Air Miles – 40 Bonus Air Miles for each qualified stay at any Best Western branded hotel in Canada, the U.S., or the Caribbean Islands. More… Until Nov 30, 14 Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan- 500 Bonus Mileage Plan Miles on rentals of 2 or more consecutive days at participating Avis airport locations in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. More… Until Oct 31, 14- 1,000 Bonus Mileage Plan Miles on qualifying rentals of 4 days or more at participating Budget airport locations in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. More… Until Oct 31, 14 – Quadruple Mileage Plan Miles & Save Up to 35% on all vehicles and any length rental at participating Hertz airport and off airport locations in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. More… Until Dec 31, 14Alitalia MilleMiglia- Earn up to 50% Bonus MilleMiglia Miles when you buy MilleMiglia Miles online. More… Until Sep 30, 14Emirates Skywards- Earn up to Quadruple Skywards Miles and save up to 33% on rentals at participating Hertz locations Worldwide…

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Your Finances: Fall Back on Track

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September is in full swing – but have you blown your budget all the way to the new year? A recent study finds a $500 left-field expense is all it would take to derail 30% of Canadian finances.
The good news? This fall can be your unofficial fresh start. Whether or not you’re a student, read on for ways to spend less and save more.
3 Ways: How to Really Save When You’re a Student
A recent study finds 30% of Canadians couldn’t handle a surprise $500 expense. What can you do to ensure you’re covered financially? High-interest savings are a great basic way to kick start your rainy day fund – especially if you’re a cash-strapped student. Read on to learn more about your options.
Read Andrew’s Blog | How to Really Save When You’re a Student>
 5 Golden Rules for Student Credit Card Use
Should college students carry credit cards? An American study finds more millennials are choosing not to have one. This seems responsible – but are they hurting their own credit histories? Read on for the 5 golden rules of student credit card use…

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Personal lines of credit are becoming more common for bridging short-term gaps in cash flow. Compare them first with other forms of credit, though

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NEW YORK, N.Y. – Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Friday on the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq Stock Market:
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Alliance Data Systems Corp., up $5.04 to $257.91
The manager of retailers’ credit card and loyalty programs is buying digital marketer Conversant Inc. for about $2.3 billion.
Sprint Corp., up 43 cents to $7
The wireless services company will begin offering the new iPhones starting Sept. 19, along with special unlimited data plans.
Health Care REIT Inc., down $3.24 to $63.25
The health care real estate company priced a public offering of 15.5 million shares at a discount to the previous closing price.
XPO Logistics Inc., up $4.17 to $38.22
The freight transportation and logistics company said it secured $700 million in investments, which it will use for acquisitions.
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Ulta Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance Inc., up $17.41 to $114.89
The beauty products company reported better-than-expected second-quarter financial results and raised its full-year guidance…

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Financial PostWhy Ottawa's new job credit comes at just the right time for small businessFinancial PostOn Thursday, there was some big news for small business. After many meetings with Joe Oliver, Canada's finance minister, I was pleased to be asked to join him as he announced the creation of the Small Business Job Credit. The new credit will deliver a …Businesses concerned EI cut will benefit small share of work forceThe Globe and MailMixed reaction to EI cuts for small businessesDaily Business Buzz – Prince Edward IslandEI premium cuts a double-edged sword for job growthCBC.caall 189 news articles »

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