Guide for first-time homebuyers: Stage three—closing on your home successfully
When you’re purchasing a home, the last step is called the closing process. If you are reading this, then you may be ready to finalize the last details of your…
Guide for first-time homebuyers: Stage two—surviving the mortgage process
Your offer was accepted on a home you really like! But don’t pop the cork just yet. As much as you want to celebrate, it’s time to get serious and…
Guide for first-time homebuyers: Stage one—How to get ready
Buying a home will likely be the largest purchase of your life, so how do you know you’re ready to own one? Apparently, the majority of Canadians are up for…
All about HELOCs and home renovations
Help fund your next renovation with a low-cost HELOC and refresh your home’s look Dreaming about that kitchen island? Dying to blow out your attic and create a master bedroom?…
Financial Literacy: Knowing the difference between APR and APY interest rates
Financial Literacy Series: Knowing the difference between APR and APY When it comes to calculating interest rates, there are two methods: Annual Percentage Rate (APR) and Annual Percentage Yield (APY).…
Financial Literacy: How credit cards can help or hinder your savings or other financial goals
Financial Literacy Series: Your credit cards can work for—or against—your financial goals. Learn how to manage them successfully. Credit cards seem to hold a lot of power—from providing safety and…
Starting a business in pandemic times: PART 2 – Choosing the Right Funding
Starting a business in pandemic times: PART 2 – Choose the right funding Welcome to the second article in a three-part series on what it takes to start a business…
Starting a business in pandemic times: PART 3 – Strategies for landing your loan
Starting a business in pandemic times: PART 3 – Get your loan approved Welcome to the third article in a three-part series on what it takes to start a business…
How to boost your auto loan application
Cars are expensive—sometimes really expensive. And it’s rare to have cash ready to go in the bank when your old car dies or you need an upgrade. That’s was auto…
