Build Canada Homes launch sparks debate over Ottawa’s role in fixing housing crisis
The federal government has unveiled Build Canada Homes (BCH), a new $13 billion housing initiative aimed at delivering more affordable homes to Canadians. Prime Minister Mark Carney framed it as a major step toward tackling the nation’s long-running housing crisis. “Canada’s new government is relentlessly focused on bringing down housing costs”, Carney said in the […]
This Georgia family claims their gorgeous $500K home was stolen after it was sold using forged deed — now they’re suing. Could it happen to you?
James and Lucretia Klucken have spent the past five years fighting a battle they never saw coming. In 2019, the couple began receiving letters for payment on a $50,000 reverse mortgage — debt tied to a home that had been in James’ family for generations. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become […]
Gen Z still relying on parents’ pockets to survive, BMO survey finds
Canadian parents are increasingly serving as a financial lifeline for their adult children, with a new survey showing one in five Gen Zers rely on family support just to cover day-to-day expenses. The findings highlight a deepening trend of intergenerational dependence as young Canadians struggle to balance high living costs with slow wage growth. According […]
60% of Canada’s indie cinemas are in the red — here’s what we’ll lose if they disappear
Last week a call went out from Canada’s film industry urging support for independent cinemas and Canadian films. The message highlighted not only cultural concerns but also the financial pressures facing small businesses, strained revenue models and the risk of communities losing vital gathering spaces. A fragile ecosystem under strain According to a recent survey […]
US economy is growing at fastest pace in nearly 2 years — White House calls it ‘explosive growth’ as spending roars back. Is Trump really winning?
More than ever these days, gauging the health of the economy is almost like trying to gauge the health of Schrödinger’s cat. Depending who you talk to, it is both on the upswing and trending downward, showing promise and also headed for collapse. Take, for example, the fact that after months of dismal jobs numbers […]
You can’t fix what you don’t track — do you really know where your money goes?
Your credit score might just be three digits, but those numbers can make a big difference in your life. A strong score can open doors to lower mortgage rates, cheaper insurance, and better loan offers — savings that can add up to thousands of dollars over time. In other words, the better your credit, the […]
Kevin O’Leary reveals why Americans are fleeing to Canada — and it’s not because they dislike the US. Do you agree with Mr. Wonderful?
Shark Tank host Kevin O’Leary has a broad portfolio of strong opinions and is rarely shy about sharing them. In a recent Fox Business interview, the Montreal-born entrepreneur confidently asserted that a growing number of Americans have been fleeing to Canada in recent months because of our nation’s relatively open immigration policies. “The immigration policy […]
My dad has been opening credit cards in my name and taking out loans with my Social Security number — and he destroyed my credit. How do I fix it?
Although most of us think of the typical scam victim as an older person, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in 2024 alone, 21,420 reports of identity theft involved victims aged 19 and under (1). Software company Norton reports that for parents who are desperate enough to commit fraud, children can be the perfect […]
US home sales are plunging toward worst year since 1995 — but we’re close to ‘magic’ number that could open floodgates. Is this finally your chance?
The idea of home ownership feels like an increasingly impossible goal for many young Americans — especially those dealing with debt, a dwindling job market and a national housing affordability crisis. A new report from real estate brokerage Redfin, however, could bolster home ownership hopes [1]. The report showed that active U.S. home listings experienced […]
These top 5 US college degrees make young Americans the most money — after 5 years. Are you getting a 327% return on your college dollars, too?
The value of a college degree is a hot topic right now, but many people overlook a key detail: the field of study. Graduates who majored in social sciences, foreign languages or performing arts face weaker job prospects and lower earning potential after leaving college, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Must […]