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Fort McMurray fire: Home insurance and clean up tips + MORE May 10th
(Ryan Remiorz/The Canadian Press via AP)
The fires raging through northern Alberta have galvanized a province and moved a country. The images are horrific. The stories are both inspirational and heartbreaking. It’s a story close to my heart (despite the almost 4,000 kilometres that separate me fr.... More »
Do retirees need life insurance? Mar 4th
Ask MoneySense
My wife and I are both retired office workers from a large manufacturing firm. She retired at 60 and I did at 61. We are both 67 now. We have good retirement income between our pensions, LIF, OAS and max CCP, as well as about $12,000 per year in dividend income. The issue is our RRSP.... More »
“I discovered water damage in my home. Will insurance cover me?” + MORE Jan 27th
Q: My washing machine has been leaking for years and we only just learned of the leak and the resulting damage because of staining on our basement ceiling below. Will my home insurance cover this? –Alison
A: The end result of water damage is almost always the same—repairs to your floors,.... More »
Review: Scotia Momentum® VISA Infinite Card Apr 8th
SPECIAL OFFER: From now through June 5, 2017, sign up for the Scotia Momentum® VISA Infinite card and get a FREE $75.00 gift card upon approval! Choose from The Ultimate Dining Card, Best Buy, Starbucks and Amazon.ca.
Are you looking for a card that gives you up to 4% cash back, travel perks an.... More »
Play it safe and ask if your savings are protected Jan 11th
All of us expect our savings to be safe when we deposit them at the bank. However, although it’s rare, banks and other financial institutions in Canada can fail, so you might want to make sure your savings are protected. The next time you visit your branch or meet with your financial advisor, ask.... More »
It’s Black Friday 2015
– ratesupermarket.ca
This week kicks off the “official” holiday spending season, as mega sales events Black Friday and Cyber Monday beckon the wallets of Canadians north and south of the border. It’s an expensive time for most households – a recent study finds the average Canadian will spend $332 today, despite the fact many of us are already deep into the red.
Are you ready for seasonal spending? Read on for the full story.
The Best Credit Cards to Use on Black Friday
Planning to take part in this year’s shopping frenzy? Spending holidays like Black Friday and Cyber Monday can be a great way to save a few bucks on gifts, electronics and more – but beware the potential pitfalls of door buster deals. The good news – the way you pay can protect your purchases, provide insurance coverage, and even save you some cash. Check out our top credit card picks for Black Friday shopping.
Read Penelope’s Blog | The Best Credit Cards to Use on Black Friday
Pre-Holiday Credit Card Debt Already at 2-Year High
Did you know – the average Canadian plans to spend $1,551 on their holiday shopping, according to a new BMO study? That’s a big chunk of change considering many of us are already in the red; credit bureau TransUnion reports national credit card balances are already at a two-year high – without the impending holiday spend…
