Financial Insights & Guides for Canadians

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

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Credit Cards

The 14 Best Instant Approval Credit Cards in Canada for 2023

When you decide to get a credit card, you want the application process to be easy, convenient, and fast. Whether you want a credit card to start rebuilding your credit score or are eager to start earning rewards for your…

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Cars

The Ultimate Guide to Selling Your Car Online in Canada

Step One: Preparing Your Car for Sale First impressions matter, especially when it comes to selling a car online. Before listing your vehicle, preparing it thoroughly to attract potential buyers is essential. This will make you seem more professional and…

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Cars

The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Used Car in Alberta

Buying a used car can intimidate anyone, especially first-time buyers. However, it can get you a reliable car without breaking the bank. Alberta makes for a great place to shop for used cars, as you have so many options available.…

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Banking

The Top Banks & Credit Unions in Saskatchewan That Flatlanders Love

In the heart of Canada’s big-sky country, one province will always feel like home to me – even though my time there wasn’t long enough. Saskatchewan is where I kicked off my career in finance, but more importantly, it’s where…

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Banking

Neo Financial vs EQ Bank: A Deep Dive to Help You Decide

Neo Financial and EQ Bank are two of the best online banks in Canada. With the cost of living still a hot-button issue, we can’t escape the headlines or hellish prices. But these two Canadian fintech trailblazers are helping Canucks…

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Banking

Simplii vs Tangerine: The Ultimate Showdown

For many Canadians, banking means using one of the big five banks in Canada. These banks allow Canadians to access everyday financial services like personal and commercial banking, mortgages, and credit cards. But as services become increasingly digital and online,…

Banking

BMO vs TD: The Ultimate Showdown 

Choosing a bank to place your trust in is an important financial decision that can follow you for the rest of your life. With the Big 5 Canadian banks dominating the financial landscape, it is natural for them to be…

Banking

BMO vs RBC: The Ultimate Showdown 

In Canada, the Big 5 banks own a vast majority of the personal banking market. Even though there has been an influx of online-based, newer banks in recent years, most Canadians still do business with one of RBC, TD, BMO,…

Banking

RBC vs Scotiabank: The Ultimate Showdown

Compared to other countries, Canadians have the luxury of choosing between some of the best banks in the world. The financial sector in Canada is dominated by the big five banks which all offer a full range of products and…

Banking

BMO vs Scotiabank: The Ultimate Showdown

For Canadians who are looking to sign up with a new bank, it is only natural to gravitate toward Canada’s Big 5 banks. These five institutions are the foundation of the Canadian economy and dominate the personal banking industry.  In…

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Banking

Scotiabank vs CIBC: The Ultimate Showdown

Scotiabank and CIBC are two of the largest banks in Canada by total assets and market capitalization. If you are a Canadian looking for a new bank, the odds are high that these two will be near the top of…

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Cryptocurrency

How to Buy Crypto With a Credit Card in Canada

If you’re a Canadian wondering if you can buy crypto with a credit card, you’re in luck. There are many different ways to invest in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Depending on the cryptocurrency exchange you use, you can purchase Bitcoin…

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