Financial Insights & Guides for Canadians

Practical guides, explainers, and insights to help Canadians understand financial decisions before they make them.

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Mortgage

The 4 Cheapest Ways to Move Across Canada

While moving to another province with no money is technically possible, packing up your entire life and moving it across the country can be quite expensive. Whether moving for a job or just a change of scenery, you’ll want to…

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Travel

The Ultimate Guide to Moving to Australia from Canada

Moving to a new country can be a daunting task, but with the right preparation and knowledge, it can also be an exciting adventure. If you’re considering moving from Canada to Australia, there are many factors to consider. This article…

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Credit score

How to create a Roku account without credit card in Canada

Roku is a great way to watch content from multiple streaming services on your TV. With a vast selection of channels, many of which are free, the Roku device delivers a superior TV viewing experience. While credit cards are typically…

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5 Easy Ways to Pay for Spotify in Canada without a Credit Card

Digitalization has drastically transformed the way we listen to music. Leading this transformation is Spotify, a widely-used streaming service with more than 11.3 million users in Canada. While using a credit card to pay for a Spotify subscription is convenient,…

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Credit score

How to sign up to Netflix without a credit card in Canada

The digital revolution has remarkably reshaped the way we consume entertainment. A leading player in this transformation is Netflix, the global streaming behemoth that has over 6 million subscribers in Canada. While using a credit card is a common way…

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Investing

What is the Roth IRA equivalent in Canada?

If you’re looking for a retirement savings plan, you may be wondering if there’s an equivalent to the popular Roth IRA (individual retirement account) in the United States. The answer is yes, and it’s called the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA).…

Debts

Need Immediate Financial Help in Canada? Here’s Where to Turn

Debt and financial hardship can feel like a never-ending, downward spiral. As interest compounds, the amount you owe can grow at a staggering rate. If things ever get to this point, it is time to admit that you need immediate…

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Financial Independence

The 53 Best Side Hustles in Canada For 2024

The past couple of years have been hard on Canadians. Interest rates and inflation are at multi-year highs as the world braces for a potential global recession. Now more than ever, Canadians are turning to side hustles to earn extra…

Financial Independence

The 32 Best Side Hustles for Teens in Canada

If you’re a teenager in Canada seeking to earn some extra cash, you’re in luck! Thanks to the digital era and the growing gig economy, a wide array of Canadian side hustle opportunities is at your fingertips. You can kick-start…

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Banking

How to Write a Cheque in Canada

Cheques are still a widely used method of payment. To write a cheque, simply order a cheque book and fill in all the necessary fields: date, amount, name of recipient, your signature and the memo. Of course, many people have…

How To Get Paid To Take Surveys and Participate in Focus Groups in Canada?
Financial Independence

How To Get Paid To Take Surveys and Participate in Focus Groups in Canada?

You may have seen advertisements for sites where you can get paid to take surveys and wondered if they were legit. There are a lot of survey sites out there, and some are much better than others, but the truth…

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Second Cup Rewards: Everything You Need to Know about The Café Club

A creamy, frothy vanilla latte made by Second Cup is always an inviting way to start your day! With such a caffeinated beverage, a smile is almost guaranteed! But does spending money daily on coffee curb your enthusiasm? Coffee rewards…

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