Best towns to live in BC
It’s called Beautiful British Columbia for a reason. If you’ve been contemplating a move out to Canada’s west coast, don’t worry! There is something for everyone in BC. From world-famous mountains to the cool Pacific Ocean breeze, BC has some of the best places to live in Canada. If you’re flirting with a change of […]
My husband wants to buy a $60K truck — but we’re $30K in debt and trying to save for a house. How do we get on the same page with our financial goals?
Despite working full-time and earning a combined annual income of $120,000, Cassie and Andrew are living paycheck to paycheck. Making matters worse, Andrew needs a new car — the one he currently drives has been experiencing mechanical issues and he needs reliable transportation for his job. The problem? He wants to replace his old clunker […]
Focus on these 3 ‘magic numbers’ to become a millionaire in Canada — how do you stack up?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. There’s simply so much wealth-building advice out there that it’s easy to feel a little […]
‘We owe over $1 million’: A Chicago man who tried to be a private lender is now in ‘big financial trouble.’ Shocked ‘Ramsey Show’ hosts respond
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. A caller to The Ramsey Show astounded the hosts recently when he declared that he and his wife were $1 million in debt. “I’m in big financial trouble,” he told hosts of “The Ramsey Show”. “We owe over $1 million all […]
At 65 and set to retire with $357,000 in the bank: How much money can you comfortably spend each year?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. John spent the last 30 years working, and like many Canadians, thought that in itself was enough to be ready to retire. Unfortunately, he didn’t begin saving until about 15 years ago. Let’s say that hypothetically, despite some obstacles, John managed […]
Dave Ramsey tells California mom her daughter is ‘drowning’ because of her actions — here’s how he tells her she can put her ‘huge’ mistake right
Personal finance pro Dave Ramsey had a tough-love message for a recent caller. “When you’re trying to bless somebody and you do it wrong, you don’t bless them — you curse them.” Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t have […]
A new 401(k) rule is coming in 2026 for millions of high-earning Americans — are you part of this group? Here’s what you need to know now
If you’re middle-aged and in a high income bracket, you can expect the way you contribute to your 401(k) to change starting next year. In September, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the federal tax agency, announced new regulations regarding the way catch-up contributions work starting in 2026. Specifically, the IRS has introduced a new income […]
Nearly 20% of baby boomers are solo renters, keeping apace with this one generation — What this means for the changing real estate landscape
For many, retirement may seem pretty stable, permanent and carefree, what with all the planning, saving and investing that helped get you there. However, there is a growing trend around people reaching their golden Yyears that may surprise some. While solo renting used to be more common for young adults, baby boomers now lead the […]
Trump’s benchmark payment rate increase for insurance companies comes at a cost — here’s the skinny for older adults in the Medicare Advantage plan
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Insurance companies are cautiously optimistic about the Trump administration’s policies for their industry: insurers saw their stocks soar in early April when the federal government announced a record 5.06% benchmark increase to Medicare Advantage plans. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, […]
My stolen car was found after insurance already paid me for it — but now I want to buy it back. Is it worth it or should I just get another car?
Stella was heartbroken when her car was stolen. Not only did she depend on it to get to work and take her kids to school, but it had sentimental value as well — she inherited the car when her grandmother passed away. Stella reported the car as stolen to local law enforcement and to her […]