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Cryptocurrencies are now mainstream investment products, just like stocks, foreign currencies, and exchange traded funds (ETFs). This asset class is growing in popularity, so much so that as many as 3 in 10 Canadians now own cryptocurrencies. At the time of writing, Bitcoin, a cryptocurrency that was worth less than a cent when it was […]

If you are a resident of Ontario and are planning a short trip anytime soon, you may consider opting for a staycation in the province. At least you get to receive some money back from the Ontario government for enjoying the thrill of beautiful places in the province. It certainly makes saving for a vacation […]

Are you considering owning a house in Canada in 2022? Then you’ll want to read this guide. In this guide we’ll go over all the things you’ll want to do to prepare yourself for homeownership in 2022. There are a lot of things to consider: home insurance, mortgage approval, closing costs, and more . Since […]

A balance transfer credit card can reduce your debt by eliminating additional interest charges from the equation. But it can have a not-so-great effect on your credit score if you’re not careful. So you have to be cautious and do your research before transferring any balances that may affect your credit. And of course, always […]

Budgeting… we all know we should do it, but the sad truth is that the majority of us don’t have any form of a budget to guide our spending habits. There’s an old business saying that goes: “What gets measured gets managed.” This implies that the only things we have true control over are things […]

Crypto can be used as a tool to help you achieve your financial goals. Whether you want to establish financial security in your household, contribute to your retirement fund, or simply want to create a different source of passive income, you can do all of that with crypto.  It isn’t uncommon to have double-digit gains […]

The pandemic turbocharged a lot of business sectors, especially software, real estate, and cryptocurrency. The result is five new Canadian billionaires and each one a self-made financial success. Interestingly, 4 out of 5 of them started their companies in the last 13 years. Let’s meet some newly minted Canadian billionaires. Michelle Zatlyn – $1.37 billion […]

Finding a reliable bank to work with when it comes to your cryptocurrency investments is important. As a Canadian, you’ve got to know which banks are going to make it a seamless process, and which ones will make it a hassle. Actively avoiding the lacklustre options should be relatively easy once you’ve read through this […]

Bitbuy and Mr. Wonderful Kevin O’Leary just sealed a first-of-its-kind crypto deal in Canada. After months of courtship and countless government chaperons, the O’Leary-backed decentralized finance (DeFi) company WonderFi officially acquired Bitbuy’s parent company First Ledger Corp. on March 24th, 2022. Steering the Great White North deeper into pro-crypto territory, financial regulators across Canada came […]

Bullies don’t win in life but they can win real estate bidding wars. Prospective buyers might use a bully offer to close the deal early, effectively shutting out any competition. That means that you and your mortgage pre-approval need to move on to the next property. Let’s shed light on the legal practice that can […]

People from all over the world are helping Ukrainians caught in the violence in the region. There is an outpouring of help from companies, governments and individuals from around the world since the first days of the war. We explored the ways for Canadians to get money to people in Ukraine. There are direct ways […]

Banks issue credit cards all the time, each one promising perks and benefits for users. Some get renamed and a few perks added to keep them relevant. Case in point:  the CIBC Aeroplan Visa Infinite card, previously known as the CIBC Aerogold Visa Infinite Card. Sure, it is an Aeroplan-linked travel credit card but does […]