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Life has a way of throwing curveballs when we least expect them. Covering unexpected expenses can be difficult if you don’t have an emergency fund. Canada is recognized as a great place to live due to its social safety net...

Cashing a cheque can be as simple as bringing it to a bank and giving it to the teller, but in some situations, people prefer not to do it through a banking institution. Fortunately, people who are unbanked do have...

Life can be unpredictable. One moment you’re cruising along at a steady pace, and the next thing you know, you’re suddenly faced with unfortunate circumstances. Whether it’s a job loss, a sudden health issue, or an unexpected home repair, these...

Canada’s economy has recently been dealing with heightened inflation, making life increasingly challenging for many Canadians. Prices of goods and services are on the rise, impacting household budgets, and making ends meet can be a struggle. In these uncertain times,...

Congratulations, you’ve just found out you’re expecting a new bundle of joy! Whether it is your first child or your fourth, emotions will run everywhere from excitement to anxious, especially when you start to tally up the cost of raising...

With the cost of attending university growing every year, more Canadian students need to use student loans to pay for their education. Student loans are not required to be paid back until after graduation. If your student loans haven’t been...

After those long, Canadian winter months, Spring Break is always a welcome retreat for children and adults alike. However, with high inflation rates and costs of living, figuring out how to make the most of your vacation time can be...

While many couples aspire to have a dream wedding and a home of their own, in today’s economy, it’s not always feasible to have both at the same time. The average Canadian wedding costs nearly $30,000, while a 5% minimum...

As the everyday items we buy get more expensive, money gets tighter and tighter. And when your wallet gets squeezed, your budgeting gets harder to manage. It’s easy to feel like your finances are spinning out of control. If you’re...

People with bad credit ratings often have a difficult time getting a loan because they’re viewed as high-risk customers who are more likely to default on a loan. Fortunately, there are lending options available that can get you the money...

Getting a loan with bad credit is frustrating, nerve wrecking, and even scary. Sometimes, it feels downright impossible to borrow money when you have less than perfect credit. Unfortunately, banks and credit providers usually turn down borrowers with bad credit....