Prime Day? Pass. Canadians can still score real holiday deals without Amazon
Every fall, Canadians are bombarded with countdown clocks, “lightning deals,” and inboxes full of urgent reminders that Amazon Prime Day — or the biggest and best Black Friday deals — are here. But as flashy banners return, a growing number of shoppers are asking: Are Amazon’s deals really that good? And is this really where […]
More sellers are pulling properties off the market instead of simply lowering asking prices. What this delisting deluge says about US real estate
After the frenzied homebuying rush of the pandemic and years of a seller’s market, the tide is finally starting to turn. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here’s how Robert Kiyosaki […]
Here’s why you should seriously think about taking Social Security at 62 — even if the ‘basic’ math says something else
If you’ve spent any time planning for retirement, you probably know the basics of Social Security: most people can start claiming benefits at age 62, reach “full retirement age” (FRA) between 66 and 67 depending on their birth year, and can delay benefits until age 70. [1] The longer you wait, the larger your monthly […]
I’m 40 and my mom just died, leaving me with a $3.25M inheritance — how do I use this windfall wisely to ensure it’ll last me long term?
According to Northwestern Mutual, $90 trillion will transfer to younger generations in the coming years [1]. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here’s how Robert Kiyosaki says this 1 asset will […]
The high price of play: What parents need to know about competitive sports costs in Canada
The buzz of a new school year mixes with the sound of skates hitting the ice and dance shoes tapping across studio floors. For parents whose children are eyeing competitive extracirricular activities, this season often comes with more than just excitement. It brings a financial reckoning many don’t anticipate until the first invoice lands. Whether […]
I’m 72 with $1.5M in retirement savings and no debt — but I’m still terrified of running out of money one day. How do you know when you’ve got enough?
Between high living costs and uncertainty in the stock market, Raymond, 72, is feeling anxious about retirement — despite having no debt, a fully paid-off home and $1.5 million in savings. On top of his $110,000 salary, Raymond and his wife of the same age both collect Social Security benefits. He applied at age 70 […]
If you think you’re ready to retire, think again — 4 critical money moves to avoid a financial crisis when retired
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Everyone hopes that their reward for decades of hard work will be decades more to enjoy the fruits of their labor. But if you ask financial guru Suze Orman, the average American is nowhere near ready. Their savings won’t last decades […]
Yes, they do mind the gap – everyone’s getting richer in the US, but boomers are pulling ahead. Why that’s not sitting well with younger generations
America is getting richer. Household wealth, at more than $176 trillion according to the latest Federal Reserve data, has reached an all-time high as stock portfolios swell. Home values are climbing and retirement accounts have fattened up. But, the big winners in this wave of prosperity aren’t the strivers just entering the workforce. It’s boomers. […]
Business owners and economists say ICE crackdowns are leading to a critical labor shortage — how Trump’s immigration policy could hit your bottom line
President Donald Trump’s tough policies on immigration are having knock-on effects in the labor market — a situation that will only get worse, experts warn. Newsweek reports that many businesses are having difficulty filling open roles in industries like construction, hospitality, agriculture and health care — roles often filled by immigrant workers. (1) In fact, […]
Understanding the biggest sales events of the year: Amazon Prime Day vs Black Friday vs Cyber Monday vs Boxing Day
In today’s retail landscape, specific sale events dominate the shopping calendar. In Canada, the biggest sale days are Boxing Day, Black Friday (and its sister Cyber Monday), along with Amazon Prime Day. Each sales event offers unique opportunities to save on everything from electronics to everyday essentials. For savvy shoppers, understanding the differences between each […]