Even rich seniors are scared to spend money in retirement: Here’s how to spend more and be happier without the risk of outliving your cash
You’ve worked hard to save for retirement and the time is finally here. Now, the challenge isn’t about how you’ll spend your time. A far more pressing concern is the fear of outliving your savings, which may influence how you spend your money. In other words, this apprehension could lead to spending less and truly […]
These 2 major cities saw the steepest increases in grocery prices across the US — here’s what’s driving that surge and how to stop your weekly shop from eating up your whole budget
Groceries are one of the largest line items in anyone’s budget, so when prices increase, your wallet is bound to feel the pinch. While food prices have gone up throughout the U.S., two major metropolitan areas saw the most significant increase. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what […]
Smart car shopping in retirement: What to consider before buying a vehicle on a fixed income — from budget tips to choosing the right features for your lifestyle
You’re enjoying your retirement years, taking the occasional road trip to spend time with friends and family. But your car has seen better days — nearing the end of its life at 200,000 miles. Since you haven’t purchased a car in a long time, you may be surprised at how much vehicles have changed — […]
Watch out GTA commuters: RBC latest big company to mandate back-to-office mandates in 2025
The return-to-office (RTO) movement is accelerating across Canada in 2025, with the Canadian federal government and major corporations rolling out RTO orders that are reshaping the work-life balance for thousands of employees. Even large U.S.-based companies with Canadian offices, such as Amazon, Dell, JPMorgan Chase, Disney and BlackRock are pushing for increased in-office presence, leaving […]
‘We have hit a wall’: Kevin O’Leary has bet 19% of his portfolio on crypto — but he says Congress needs to pass these 2 bills to set off a trillion-dollar breakthrough
Kevin O’Leary has come a long way from the time he called Bitcoin “garbage.” Now, the Shark Tank judge tells Moneywise, cryptocurrency-related assets make up 19.4% of his portfolio. Besides coins and tokens, he also owns stakes in “picks and shovels” — that is, platforms and exchanges that deal in crypto. Don’t miss I’m 49 […]
Canada could lose $93.8B from Trump’s tariffs — here’s what that means for your job, bills, and local economy
The ever-increasing threat of tariffs from our southern neighbour seems to be the only thing on people’s minds these days. While their implementation has been more on-again, off-again, in the first few months of 2025, their full impact would be financially burdensome for Canadian businesses across all sectors. A new analysis from the Public Policy […]
Quebec could employ a quarter of the country’s tech workers by 2030
Chances are, you’ve heard a relative or friend say you should “get a job in tech.” Of course, that’s not always feasible or of interest, but if you’re someone with an aptitude for and interest in a career in tech, you may want to look to Quebec. A new report from the Information Communications and […]
The best Canadian alternatives to American tourism destinations
As the trade war between the United States and Canada escalates, both Canadians and sympathetic Americans are searching for ways to support Canadian sovereignty with credit cards in hand. One of the best ways to do so is by buying Canadian — something we’ve covered before — and rebooking vacations in the US to Canadian […]
Looking to go on vacation for cheaper? Here’s where the Canadian dollar is worth the most
For many Canadians, spending in a foreign currency can be extremely costly, especially with the unfavourable currency exchange rate between the Canadian and U.S. dollar. There was a time when C$1 CAD was worth US$0.94, but today, that conversion is closer to US$0.70 (as of mid-May, one Canadian dollar converted to US$0.73). This makes travelling […]
Canada’s debt crisis explodes: Households near breaking point as missed payments surge
Canadians are slipping deeper into financial trouble, and the numbers tell a sobering story. Turns out more Canadians are missing loan repayments at a much faster rate than taking on new debt — a clear sign that many are running out of financial runway as many struggle to pay bills. According to a nationwide study […]