Meagen Seatter is a freelance journalist for Hardbacon. She's been using credit cards to travel-hack her way around the world since 2019. In addition to freelance work, she writes for Investing News Network, a global publication reporting on the latest investment news, developments, and trends. She studies online at Athabasca University and currently resides in Vancouver, British Columbia.
The 6 Best Credit Cards to Build Your Credit in Canada in 2024
Did you know that all Canadians can get a credit card regardless of their credit score or financial situation? Obtaining a credit card not only opens doors for you as a consumer, but also helps to improve your credit score.…
The 12 Best Cash Back Credit Cards in Canada
Imagine a world where your wallet gets thicker each time you swipe your credit card. This isn't just a daydream; it's the ingenious reality of cash back credit cards. Thanks to these cards, you don't need to figure out the…
The 6 Best Balance Transfer Credit Cards in Canada
Owning a credit card means that you’ll likely pay high interest rates. The average interest rate on credit cards in Canada falls between 19% and 29%. This is extremely high if you don’t pay off your credit card balance in…
The 7 Best USD Credit Cards in Canada for 2024
If you're one of the many Canadians who enjoys shopping online or in-person at American stores, you might want to consider a USD credit card. Having such a card in your wallet can save you hundreds of dollars per year…
The 7 Best Low-Interest Credit Cards in Canada in 2024
Do you often find yourself unable to pay off your entire credit card balance at the end of the month? If that's the case, you should consider getting a low-interest credit card. Indeed, credit cards with reduced interest rates typically…
The 5 Best AIR MILES Credit Cards in Canada for 2024
If you love to travel but hate throwing money away, it’s time to consider an AIR MILES credit card. American Express ended their partnership with AIR MILES in September 2023, making BMO the sole provider of AIR MILES branded credit…
5 Prepaid Cards to Consider for Travelling
Before you jet off on your next adventure, don't forget to pack your prepaid travel card. Why? Because prepaid travel cards offer Canadians a safe way to spend money abroad. These cards provide the convenience of a credit card without…
The 10 Best Student Credit Cards in Canada
Getting a high-grade point average (GPA) is good, but getting a high credit score is great and has more impact on your future. Getting a student credit card while in school is an important first step to building credit and…
How Many Scene+ Points Do I Need To Get A Free Movie?
The Scene+ program originally targeted moviegoers and despite recent changes to enlarge its benefits, free movie tickets remain attractive. At a rate of 100 points for $1 off your purchase, you need roughly 1,350 Scene+ points to get a free…
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