RRSP vs TFSA. Which is better for you?
The great debate: TFSA vs RRSP With the RRSP contribution deadline just around the corner, it’s important to know about all your savings options. Today we break down which savings…
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5 Quick Tips for RRSP Season
For most people, a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is that thing you’re putting money into to save for retirement. And you’re right, it is. But beyond that, many people’s…
5 tips to make the most of your TFSA
A tax-free savings account (TFSA) is like a bottle of red wine – it gets better with age. Compound interest and yearly contribution allowances enhance its benefits with time. Not…
Top 10 Ways to Grow Your RRSP
Saving for retirement might seem straightforward on paper, but truthfully, there’s an art to building your “RRSP empire.” In fact, many Canadians still struggle to understand registered retirement savings plans and how…
All about TFSAs and when they’re worth it
What is a TFSA? At its core, a TFSA is a savings account—a savings account where you never have to pay taxes. But it’s regulated by the federal government, not…
Pay Yourself First: the benefits of automatic savings.
Regular savings are an important part of financial health, whether you’re building up an emergency fund or saving for a comfortable retirement. Unfortunately, it’s not always easy to put aside…
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Managing Your Money
Making complicated money matters easier.
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How regular advice sessions keep you on track, even in irregular circumstances.
On December 7th, the Bank of Canada announced yet another interest rate hike in its ongoing fight to tame the rate of inflation, with an increase of 0.5%. With grocery…
Why holiday shopping with credit cards could be more expensive this year.
Your holiday shopping bills could get more expensive, and not just because of inflation. Starting in October, customers paying with credit cards could be charged fees of up to 2.4%…
Answers to the 4 biggest financial questions keeping Canadians up at night.
It’s hard to ignore the fact that inflation and interest rates are on the rise, and with Canadians experiencing their sixth rake hike since March 2022, there’s no doubt money…
Grow Your Money
Tips to help you make the most of your investments.
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Don’t let short-term disruptions get in the way of long-term goals.
The last three years have been incredibly, and persistently, tumultuous, with the constant ebbs and flows of developments — surrounding things including the pandemic, geopolitics, inflation and interest rates —…
WEBINAR | Everything You Need to Know About Sustainable Investing
Investing in the things we want to see in the world–scratch that–the things we need to see in the world, seems like the right thing to do. But how does…
Looking ahead to 2023, after a volatile 2022.
2022 was a headline-making year for Canada’s economy. Interest rates increased to heights not seen since the 80’s and prime rates were raised a staggering seven times over the year.…
Working at Coast
All about working at Coast Capital Savings.
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Real purpose: Tobi Egbewumi’s Coast Capital story.
None of what we do would be possible without our people. Real people, connected by our shared purpose, offering real advice to our members. Working together for a better today,…
Real connection: Natalie Moore’s Coast Capital story.
None of what we do would be possible without our people. Real people, connected by our shared purpose, offering real advice to our members. Working together for a better today,…
Real flexibility: Jot Singh’s Coast Capital story.
None of what we do would be possible without our people. Real people, connected by our shared purpose, offering real advice to our members. Working together for a better today,…
Small Business Centre
Tips and articles to help your small business thrive.
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Sign of optimism for business owners following Bank of Canada announcement.
The Bank of Canada has once again raised its overnight interest rate, this time by 0.5%. And while that can make borrowing somewhat more expensive in the short term, the…
Chequing vs Savings vs GICs: How much should go where?
It can be confusing, as a business owner, trying to balance having access to cash with growing your returns – but we’re here to make it simple. Learn more about…
How to invest and grow your money outside your business.
It may seem particularly challenging right now to save for the future, but we promise there’s a way. Even though inflation and rising interest rates have dimmed economic forecasts for…
The Art of the Side Hustle
Tips for how to become your own boss.
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The gig worker savings plan.
The gig economy is no longer just for side hustlers. It’s become an important aspect of work life for many people. Gig workers—defined as those who participate in short-term contracts…
Bookkeeping secrets for the gig economy
Bookkeeping secrets for the gig economy Managing your own books can send shivers down the spines of even the bravest of freelancers. Whether you’re spearheading your own startup, consulting on…
How to promote your side hustle like a full-fledged business
Side hustles are here to stay. According to Statistics Canada, the number of Canadian gig workers jumped by 70 percent between 2005 and 2016—that’s an increase of 1 million to 1.7 million…
Career Corner
Explore articles for those starting or transitioning their careers.
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5 ways to successfully reenter the workforce
In today’s transitioning job market, it’s becoming increasingly more common for people to take a break from full-time work. The reasons could be vast and varied: the need to care…
A job-seeker’s guide to networking in a virtual world
Living through a pandemic is tough enough. But for Canadians who have lost their jobs, social distancing makes it even harder to connect with past colleagues or other contacts, especially…
Life after CERB: What happens when benefits end?
The Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) has been a lifesaver for many cash-strapped Canadians since COVID-19 forced widespread layoffs and business closures, providing $2,000 per month to more than 8.5…
