Are you rich enough to join the top 1%? Here’s the net worth you need to rank among Canada’s wealthiest — plus a few strategies to build that first-class portfolio
For the ambitious investor, setting a benchmark for the amount of wealth an individual household needs to accumulate to ascend into the top income bracket is paramount. You need to make at least $586,900 per year to be considered a top 1% earner in Canada, according to data from Statistics Canada. The wealthiest households accounted […]
Car ownership is an increasing financial burden for Canadians
The car is often viewed as a symbol of freedom, allowing you to travel anywhere you want, when you want, on the open road. But they often come with a hefty pricetag and a host of hidden costs. For many Canadians, their car is transforming into more of a financial burden than it is worth. […]
Don’t retire in America until you reach these 6 ‘must-hit’ milestones — how many have you crossed off the list so far?
Most people spend countless hours planning their retirement before the big day finally arrives. After all, it’s not always easy to feel completely confident before you exit the workforce and enter your golden years. With that in mind, here are six milestones you should aim to hit in order to feel more confident in your […]
Here are the top 5 states in America most impacted by Trump’s new Social Security rule — do you live in one of them?
As the changes to Social Security continue, some older Americans may find themselves having to play catch-up. In March, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to stop issuing paper checks by September 30 and instead use direct deposit, prepaid cards or other digital payment options. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing […]
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 […]
‘I’m suffering from it’: Maryland customers had checks and money orders stolen after being mailed at local post offices — leaving many reeling from the sudden financial hit
When you write out a check and put it in the mail, you expect it to arrive at its proper destination and to get cashed by its intended recipient. But a number of Maryland customers recently learned the hard way that this outcome isn’t always a given. According to WMAR-2 News, several people mailed checks […]
Trump’s benchmark payment rate increase for insurance companies? It comes at a cost, both for insurers and Americans — here’s the skinny for older adults in the Medicare Advantage plan
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. That is more than double the rate (2.23%) proposed by the Biden administration in January 2025, which was seen as […]
Wasaga Beach’s free summer music festivals boost local economy and tourism
Wasaga Beach in Ontario is turning up the volume this summer as it celebrates its 50th anniversary with a stacked lineup of over 30 free live concerts, headlined by Canadian icons such as Tom Cochrane, The Strumbellas and The Carpet Frogs. The town, best known for its stunning shoreline and laid-back vibe, is marking this […]
‘I learned the hard way’: Dave Bautista said his house was foreclosed on and he ‘lost everything’ after leaving WWE — but got the ‘best’ money advice from ‘The Undertaker’
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. Dave Bautista is among the few professional wrestlers who successfully transitioned to a career in Hollywood. Millions of fans followed his journey from the ring to the silver screen, […]
This woman had countless health insurance claims denied for her caudal regression syndrome — but now there’s 1 cheat code to file appeals. Can it work?
Remi Lee was born with “medical stuff.” She has caudal regression syndrome, a condition that affects the development of the lower part of a child’s body. It affects one to two out of every 100,000 newborns worldwide. In a mini-documentary for The News Movement (TNM) published on April 18, Lee revealed she “needs a lot […]
