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Why and when you should open a High Interest Savings Account.

While saving your money and investing your money may seem like you have to choose one or the other, there are accounts that give you both the security of saving,…

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Everything you need to know about the First Home Savings Account.

The First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is a new registered account you can use to save tax-free towards the purchase of your first home. In this article, we’ll break down…

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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…

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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%…

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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…

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Why you should talk to your Mortgage Advisor about the interest rate increase.

The Bank of Canada has raised interest rates 8 times since March 2022. And for Canadians with variable rate mortgages that means paying more towards interest, and less towards their…

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Why does the Bank of Canada adjust interest rates?

Inflation and interest rates are predicted to reach highs not seen in decades, and that has many concerned people and businesses wondering, what is the relationship between inflation and interest…

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What is a trigger rate and how is it calculated?

The Bank of Canada has increased the Prime Rate several times over 2022 causing many Canadians with Variable Rate Mortgages to wonder if, and when, it could potentially affect them…

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What to consider when negotiating a job contract | Global Morning News

Since the onset of COVID-19, organizations have been navigating the ups and downs of the volatile job market. Attracting and retaining top talent has been a common challenge for employers…

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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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8 money tips for university

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