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A Better Choice for Employee Health Care Nov 23rd
Most self-insurance plans let bills grow unrestrained, but new models encourage providers to seek savings..... More »
Can I withdraw from RRSPs to pay bills? + MORE Apr 17th
What are the cons to withdrawing RRSP savings of $25,000 to pay off some unexpected bills I have incurred?—Anonymous
Withdrawing RRSPs when you’re not retired
Ahh, the unexpected bills.
Anonymous, I’ll give you my initial thoughts first, and then I’ll review the cons of withdrawing .... More »
Here’s how to take advantage of the housing market chill as a first-time millennial buyer + MORE May 29th
Calculate how much a down payment will be, then set up a savings schedule that is co-ordinated with your paydays.... More »
Saving up to buy your first home? Here’s why you should do it in a TFSA instead of an RRSP + MORE Dec 21st
Both allow your savings to compound tax-free, but for most younger first-time home buyers, the more flexible TFSA comes out on top..... More »
Kickstart your savings + MORE Nov 7th
The post Kickstart your savings appeared first on MoneySense..... More »
Daylight Savings Sadness: Credit Cards and Tips to Get You to a Sunny Destination ASAP
– ratesupermarket.ca
Is the Canadian winter starting to get to you before it can even officially start? Are you tired of waking up in the dark and leaving work in the dark? Do you feel like you’re succumbing to the stresses and demands of the busy holiday season?
When we average less than three hours of sunshine per day in the winter, it can be hard to remove yourself from the seasonal “funk”. During times like these, it’s important to seek social support from friends and family, set realistic goals and expectations, get regular exposure to daylight, and find inexpensive ways to enjoy yourself when you’re feeling down.
How to save on holiday season travel
Perhaps a break from your daily routine on a sun-soaked island is just what you need, but whether you can afford it or not is another question. There are a number of ways to trim the costs and stick to a reasonable budget if you plan on travelling around the holiday season – from accumulating points on your credit card to put towards flights, to subscribing for email alerts from your favourite discount travel sites…