Do you understand the ABCs of saving? From RRSPs to GICs, learn more about what investments types are ideal for your life stage… Continue reading »
Category: Saving for Education
3 Ways to Save Money When You’re a Student
If you’re starting university or college in the coming days, chances are you’ll be spending a lot of money, but don’t fret! Read on for more on tricks to help you save all-year-long, and for your future… Continue reading »
Study Examines Cost of University in Canada: $19,500/year
A recent Macleans study found that students who move away for school spend almost $20,000 per year, with the most expensive university averaging $23,485, and the cheapest coming in at $4,284 per year due to… Continue reading »
Easy Ways to Invest: Canadians Who Don’t Invest Say They Face Barriers
Over 1/3 of Canadians surveyed do not invest (TFSA, RRSP, GIC, etc.) and only 4% say they’ve ever seriously considered opening an account. Investing seems difficult, but it is one of the easiest ways to free money and there are a few simple options to get you started… Continue reading »
Taking the Tab: Canadian Students Most Likely to Contribute to Their Own Tuition
A global study by HSBC called The Value of Education: Higher and higher discovered that 42 per cent of Canadian students helped to pay the tuition for their own post-secondary education, in comparison to 15 per cent on average globally. Continue reading »
RRSPs: How to Start Saving Smarter
According to the latest Statistics Canada data, close to 6 million Canadians put money into an RRSP plan last time out – which means roughly two thirds of those who were eligible to contribute didn’t put in a penny. Continue reading »
Nominees for the 2016 Best of Finance Awards
It’s time to recognize Canada’s top-performing personal finance products! From credit cards to bank accounts and investments, here are the nominees for the 2016 Best of Finance Awards! Continue reading »
8 Ways to Save Money Everyday
If you need to cut costs for any reason but don’t know where to start, it’s not as hard as it may seem. Here are eight tips that can help you save money on a daily basis. Continue reading »
Have an Infant? Start Saving for their Education Now!
Have you recently welcomed a new addition into your family? There’s no time like the present when it comes to saving for your child’s education. Read on for more information about how RESP’s and government contributions can help build his or her future! Continue reading »
First-Time Dads: Here’s how to Budget for Baby
It’s almost Father’s Day and for some dads-to-be, it’s both an exciting and scary time. Here are some tips on how to budget for baby’s first year and some easy ways you can cut your costs. Continue reading »