Chequing accounts

If you want to learn more about Canadian banking products, such as savings accounts, chequing accounts and guaranteed investment certificates (GIC), you’ve come to the right place.

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Banking

EQ Bank Personal Account Review

EQ Bank is one of Canada’s best digital-only neobanks. That allows them to cut overhead costs and pass those savings onto us. Are you ready to put your hard-earned bacon to work without breaking a sweat? I signed up for…

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Banking

The 5 Best Chequing Accounts in Canada

Like many of you, the day my "wealth" began to spill out of my piggy bank, I followed my parents to their branch to open my first account. And I kept it that way for several years, even after finishing…

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Banking

The Best Bank Accounts for Newcomers to Canada

It can be difficult for a newcomer to navigate financial services in an entirely new banking system. Not only can the procedures be different, information can also be difficult to find. That's one of the reasons why we published a…

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Banking

The 11 Best Free Chequing Accounts in Canada

Not all chequing accounts are free. Some require a monthly fee that can often be waived if you maintain a certain balance in your account. We used a chequing accounts comparison tool to find the best free chequing accounts described…

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Banking

How to Send and Receive Interac e-Transfers

Interac e-Transfers are great if you’re looking for a quick way to transfer funds from one Canadian chequing account or savings account to another. Interac e-Transfers allow you to send and receive money within a few minutes. They’re safe thanks…

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Banking

The Ultimate Guide to Personal Finance for Canadian Immigrants

We understand that moving to a new country can be pretty stressful, especially when it comes to your finances and figuring out how everything works. This guide should help you get started and aim you in the right direction when…

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Banking

The 10 Best Joint Bank Accounts in Canada for 2024

Joint bank accounts can be a helpful tool for you and your partner as you navigate the financial side of life. With so many different financial institutions in Canada, you might find it difficult to choose the right joint bank…

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Banking

The Ultimate Guide to Credit Unions in Canada

Why does Canada have both credit unions and traditional banks? It’s a good question with a history of protection and inclusion that remains relevant today. In fact, that’s why credit unions in Canada are not only surviving, they are thriving! …

The Ultimate Guide to Mastercard Debit Cards in Canada
Banking

The Ultimate Guide to Mastercard Debit Cards in Canada

Advantages and Disadvantages of Mastercard Debit Cards AdvantagesDisadvantagesDebt PreventionSecurity FeaturesInternational AcceptanceLower FeesLimited Online Shopping OptionsNo Credit Score BuildingFew Participating BanksFewer features Advantages a) Debt Prevention Debit Mastercards can help you to manage your finances better and prevent overspending. You won't…

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Banking

Certified cheques in Canada: How Do They Work and How to Make One?

While most Canadians do their banking online and pay for things with a credit card, for some items you may need a certified cheque. If you’re looking to buy something like a car or home, sellers may require this type…

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Banking

BMO Automated Teller Machine Review for 2022

As one of Canada's largest banks, BMO Bank of Montreal's automated teller machines (ATMs) are found across the country. These machines allow BMO customers to make withdrawals and deposits, but can also be used by customers of other banks to…

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Banking

BMO sample cheque: everything you need to know to find it and understand it

From pre-authorizing payments to getting paid, sample cheques still come in handy… even though cheques are rarely used in Canada. The main reason you need a Bank of Montreal (BMO) sample cheque is to share your banking information with someone…

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