Warren Buffett’s Canadian stock pick — and 3 tips that let you invest like a pro
Last year, legendary investor Warren Buffett set his sights on Canadian companies — and captured the attention of investors after securing a sizeable stake in Canadian-based insurance provider, Chubb (NYSE:CB). Known for his strategic value investments, Buffett’s move hints at some promising opportunities within the Canadian market. For Canadian investors, there is one simple but […]
Canadians’ aspirations to age at home at odds with economic reality
It’s no surprise that most Canadians want to age at home. The desire to maintain independence and enjoy the comfort of familiar surroundings is a deeply human one, especially after a lifetime of hard work. But for many, that aspiration isn’t being matched by the financial preparation required to make it a reality. A new […]
Mix-up at Phoenix gas station brings dozens of cars to a sputtering stop — forcing some drivers to replace chunks of their vehicle. How to force companies to pay for their mistakes
You probably don’t give much thought to filling up your gas tank during your weekly errands. Swipe your card, fill the tank and be on your merry way. But danger lurked underground for Phoenix resident Clarissa Amoroso. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t […]
Protect up to $800K from inflation: Why Canadians are moving fast on high-interest savings accounts
Knowing where to put your savings can be a struggle. Investing can lead to high returns, but make it harder to access your cash in a pinch. And on the other hand, while your standard savings account is always accessible, interest rates can be low. If you’re looking for low risk, but hoping for some […]
Colorado landlord gets massive shock after 300-plus police raid his property — turns out tenants were using the rental space as an illegal club linked with drug trafficking, gang activity
Mike Moon got quite the shock when he found out what his tenants were really doing in his rental property. In late April, more than 300 law enforcement officers — from around 10 federal agencies — zeroed in on Moon’s property in the wee hours of the morning. During the raid, officers seized cocaine, pink […]
Anti-aging pill for dogs one step closer to reality as it’s certified ‘effective’ by FDA. What does this mean for your budget?
There’s a famous quote that goes "the only thing ‘wrong’ with dogs is that they can’t live forever." A dog’s lifespan can range anywhere from nine to 15 years on average, and when you consider a dog as part of the family, that’s just not enough time. But what if there was a pill that […]
Canada’s history up for sale: Hudson’s Bay artifacts head to auction as museums struggle and investors move in
As the Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC ) — North America’s oldest retailer — undergoes an historic wind-down, its extensive collection of over 1,700 artworks and 2,700 artifacts is headed for the auction block. This liquidation includes irreplaceable pieces such as the 1670 Royal Charter from King Charles II, a cornerstone document in Canadian history, and […]
‘I’m powerless’: New Jersey family left in the dark after $55,000 solar panel system breaks down and the company files for bankruptcy — what customers can do when a business goes belly-up
Kira Traore says she was paying exactly zero dollars in electricity bills for her home in New Jersey — until late last year when the solar power system suddenly broke down. The timing couldn’t have been worse — the company that the family purchased the system from had just filed for bankruptcy, according to CBS […]
The last goodbye: As Tilt Cove, Newfoundland dissolves, a broader story of small-town Canada unfolds
On the rocky edge of Newfoundland’s Baie Verte Peninsula, the sign still stands: “Tilt Cove: Smallest town in Canada. Population: 4.” But soon, that number will drop to zero. This spring, the final residents of Tilt Cove agreed to relocate, officially closing the book on a once-thriving mining town that bustled with curling rinks, jukebox […]
Many Canadian gig workers not aware of tax rules
Although nearly a quarter of Canadians have been a part of the gig economy, 66% of gig workers were not aware of new rules requiring platforms to report users’ income to the Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA). This is according to the latest survey from H&R Block. "In light of the new federal legislation, the [CRA] […]