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You carry your mobile phone with you every day, and you have carefully chosen a package that meets your needs. You don’t want to overpay, and you definitely don’t want to incur data overage charges. Picking your chequing account should be treated with the same respect, as choosing the wrong account could cost you dearly. […]

Shakepay is a Montreal-based crypto platform that happens to be one of the best exchanges in Canada. But if you’re looking to buy and sell lots of different coins, you’ll be disappointed. Instead, Shakepay serves as a fool-proof on/off ramp to the digital asset market. The only two coins you can trade are Bitcoin and […]

Qtrade and Questrade are two well-known online brokers. In fact, many people confuse them, as if two boxers in the same ring were wearing same color tracksuits. We examine these two online brokers in more detail today in order to determine a potential winner. Is any online broker for you? Direct investing is for self-directed […]

Paid survey sites in Canada can help everyone make some extra cash these days. Having 24/7 access to the internet makes earning side money online easier than ever when you know how to do it. Do you? Paid survey basics Maybe you’ve heard of online surveys, maybe not. Either way, if you could use a bit […]

Interactive Brokers is a publicly-traded company (IBKR), and its online brokerage platform contains several features, not found in some of the industry’s biggest players. Here’s a review of a very satisfactory experience, although tinged with a certain complexity. What is Interactive Brokers? Less known than any other discount broker operating in Canada, Interactive Brokers has a […]

Bitbuy is one of the most popular crypto exchanges in Canada, so I tested the platform to find out why. Not only does this platform stand out for its clean, user-friendly design, but it offers several easy ways to fund your account with fiat, and some of them are free. But what really caught my […]

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 32 different cryptocurrencies on an […]

BMO is renowned for its extensive range of credit card options designed to meet the diverse needs of Canadian consumers. Whether you’re seeking the best travel credit card, cash back, or low-interest rates, BMO has curated a selection of credit cards that cater to every lifestyle and financial goal. In this comprehensive overview, we will […]

What compels you to open a personal finance newsletter? The quality of its content? Its relevance in your life? The ease with which the right amount of information falls on your lap? Instead of drowning in a sea of financial information, passionate and sympathetic writers are here to prepare newsletters for you. What are the […]

Regaining control of your finances begins with budgeting. Of course, you can create one by recording your income and your expenses in different columns on a sheet of paper or in an Excel file, but there are a growing number of easy-to-use applications that can make your life easier. With a high number of budgeting […]

In the murky waters of private lending, people with bad credit are fresh meat. Loan sharks circle while the JAWS theme plays faster and louder. Then along comes Nyble, a Canadian private lender turning the tide against a predatory market. With zero interest charges and late fees, you can build credit, check your score, borrow, […]

Kraken is a global cryptocurrency exchange and is considered one of the best crypto platforms in Canada. It is beloved for its wide range of cryptocurrencies and advanced trading features. It’s also a popular choice among Canadian crypto enthusiasts thanks to its user-friendly interface that flips seamlessly from the beginner-friendly standard platform to the more […]