Heidi Unrau

Credit card chargebacks are a way for us to dispute transactions when something goes awry. If you have ordered something online using your credit card, you may have encountered a situation where the package never arrived, the goods were not as described, or the wrong size or colour showed up. So, you contact the vendor […]

So you knocked on the door of every bank in town, only to have them slam it in your face? It’s a demoralizing experience. But guaranteed approval loans for poor credit can be a lifesaver in some instances. Are these miracle loans really the hero you think they are? If used properly, borrowing money from […]

A growing number of Canucks who have canadian credit cards are looking for ways to get a US credit card in addition, because of the unique benefits they offer. With over 76 million credit cards circulating in the Great White North, Canucks love their plastic. But we also love all the cool stuff America has […]

Researching the best car seats in Canada can feel overwhelming. However, we’ve simplified the process by gathering the top choices that prioritize your child’s safety and comfort in one comprehensive list. When buying a car seat, you walk a tightrope to make sure it complies with Canadian regulations and your budget. The last thing you […]

Ndax is a Calgary-based cryptocurrency exchange platform known for having the lowest trading fees in Canada. But is that really true? I opened an account and tested the platform for myself. Ndax has simplified the buying and selling process for crypto-enthusiasts of all experience levels. For the newbies, you get quick access to 38 different cryptocurrencies on an […]

Your headphones can make you wealthy. If you want to achieve financial independence, you need to level up your financial literacy. But who has time to find and read all the personal finance content out there? As a busy working mom with two tiny humans, I certainly don’t have the time or energy to open […]

With the Home Buyers Plan (HBP), you can use the funds you’ve accumulated in your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) tax-free to purchase your first house. Sounds too good to be true, right? Well, almost. There are conditions and rules involved in using your RRSP to buy a house, but overall it’s a pretty great […]

Popular belief favors buying a car, but is it justified? These days, the average price of a new car is over $65,000. And that’s not counting car insurance, gas, maintenance and repairs. By leasing a vehicle, you can generally save on monthly payments and repairs, for example. For most people, renting a car is therefore […]

Both KOHO and Neo are Canadian fintech startups that offer out-of-the-box digital banking services. These two platforms are becoming increasingly popular among millennials and younger Canadians because they provide an alternative to traditional banking with low or no fees, a personalized user experience, and access to financial tools that help people better manage their money. […]