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The Canadian Dental Care Plan is now available to millions more, with coverage starting in June. Here's who's eligible + MORE Jun 1st
The dental plan, currently in its second year, will be available to many Canadians 18 and over, including their children, with eligibility based on household income, insurance and other factors..... More »
Health insurance in Canada: A primer for students and recent grads Oct 27th
Whether you’re getting an eye exam, having your routine dental cleaning or a prescription filled, you’ve probably been asked if you have health insurance to cover a portion of the costs. Without it, you’ll be required to pay out of pocket for any costs that are not covered by your provincial o.... More »
Do retirees need life insurance? Mar 4th
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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 »
How to fix bad credit history in Canada: 3 steps to boost your score + MORE Oct 3rd
In Canada, your credit score matters—a lot. A solid credit score is more than just a number. It opens doors to financial products, saves you money and improves opportunities for renting, car insurance and employment.
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Canada’s Best Visa Credit Cards 2022 Apr 13th
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 »
What happens when you need additional contents insurance?
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When Anita Clarke bought her first townhome in Toronto’s west end last year, she started researching insurance policies. The 47-year-old senior managing editor at Shopify previously had tenant insurance with a contents limit of $90,000. But, as she moved into her new home, she wanted to make sure her luxury clothing collection—composed of dresses by designers like Comme des Garçons, Maison Margiela and Greta Constantine—was adequately insured in case something ever happened to it.
“I [didn’t] need some actuary looking at a $2,500 Comme des Garçons dress and saying, ‘This is only worth $50,’” Clarke says. She was searching for a policy that would not account for depreciation in the value of her dresses—this was not an ordinary wardrobe, after all.
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Actual cash value vs replacement cost
After speaking with an insurance broker, Clarke was presented with various insurance policies whose contents coverage offered actual cash value…
TD Cash Back Visa Infinite review 2022
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If you consider yourself a coffee-lover, foodie, traveller—or all of the above—this cash back card might be the perfect for your lifestyle. It offers a strong earn rate on food and travel spends. It also includes perks that offer peace of mind on your daily commutes or big vacations, like complimentary roadside assistance benefits and travel insurance. What’s more, it offers the flexibility to use your cash back when you actually need it, not on an arbitrary date like with many other cash back loyalty programs. What gives it even more of an edge is the generous welcome offer that allows you to earn 10% cash back on up to $2,000 worth of purchases for the first three months.Should you switch over to this card? Maybe… With so many travel cards on the market, we break down the benefits and the drawbacks of this impressive cash back card, so you can see if it’ll meet your needs.
TD Cash Back Visa Infinite*
Annual fee
$120, rebated for the first year
Rewards
3% on gas, groceries and recurring bills; 1% on everything else
Welcome offer
10% cash back on all purchases for the first 3 months (up to total spend of $2,000)…
PC Financial World Elite Mastercard review 2022
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It’s predicted that the price of food in Canada will rise between 5% and 7% this year (nearly $1,000 more per year for a family of four). So, there’s no better time to earn useful rewards and cash back to balance out the rising costs. If you’re partial to shopping at Loblaw banner stores (like Real Canadian Superstore, No Frills, Fortinos and Loblaws) or frequently fill up at Esso and Mobil stations, the PC Financial World Elite Mastercard could be a good card to earn points on these essential purchases. With every dollar charged to this card, you earn PC Optimum points you can use to save on groceries and other everyday purchases. The more you use this card, the more you can earn. It also comes with benefits, like travel insurance and 24/7 concierge service—none of which will cost you a dime, since it has no annual fee.Find your next credit card.What kind of credit card are you looking for? Get matched with the best cards for you in under 2 minutes at ratehub.ca. Let’s get started…
Scotiabank Gold American Express review 2022
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If you’re into experiences—from seeing a play or movie to travelling the world—then you should consider making the switch to this credit card. It combines elements of both Scotiabank’s Scene+ loyalty program with some of the outstanding travel and entertainment perks Amex is known for. Factor in an outstanding earn rate on points, no foreign transaction fees and a competitive travel insurance package, and the Scotiabank Gold American Express card is a front-runner for anyone with a full social calendar. But is this card worth the $120 annual fee? We dig into the details so you can decide for yourself.Find your next credit card.What kind of credit card are you looking for? Get matched with the best cards for you in under 2 minutes at ratehub.ca. Let’s get started.I want to earn rewardsI want to pay low interestYou will be leaving MoneySense. Just close the tab to return.
Scotiabank Gold American Express quick facts
Annual fee: $120
Interest rates: purchases 19.99%, cash advances 22…
