I’m 36 and inherited a $500,000 portfolio from my mother. The stock market makes me nervous, so should I move it all into bonds?
In the next 20 years, an astounding $84 trillion is expected to change hands as older Americans pass wealth down to younger generations. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) […]
The Force is strong with this one — 50-year-old entrepreneur takes his side hustle to a business galaxy far, far away
“Do or do not, there is no try,” were the wise words of Yoda — and in 2018, Mike O’Dell took them to heart. He drew a Star Wars stormtrooper on a large sheet of graph paper, cut the pattern into sections, sewed the fabric onto the paper and began quilting over the design using […]
BoC holding rates in April 2025: Who wins and who loses with latest Bank of Canada rate announcement?
After seven consecutive rate cuts, the Bank of Canada (BoC) hit pause — holding its key policy rate at 2.75% on April 16, 2025 — as growing uncertainty around U.S. tariffs clouds the country’s economic outlook. Canada’s central bank chose not to issue its usual economic forecast, citing an inability to predict how trade tensions […]
This CEO went from $300,000 in debt to a self-made millionaire. She says these 3 common money mistakes could be costing you thousands — here’s how to fix them
Bernadette Joy, CEO of Crush Your Money Goals, went from $300,000 in debt to earning her first million in just eight years — and it all started with one simple but powerful step: taking ownership of her finances. But before her fortunes began to turn, Joy often felt like she was broke and that her […]
Newfoundlanders feel the pinch as cost of living rises across the island
Newfoundland and Labrador has long been known for its rugged beauty, tight-knit communities and relatively affordable cost of living. However, growing concerns about housing affordability, particularly in cities such as Corner Brook, are prompting a closer look at living costs across the province compared to the rest of Canada. Unique economic challenges facing Newfoundland and […]
Want to retire early? Suze Orman says to open these 3 accounts ASAP to move up your departure date
Personal finance expert Suze Orman didn’t grow up wealthy — she worked her way through a number of challenging jobs and learned how to invest before becoming the success she is today. Orman is a firm believer that everyone deserves to live without financial stress — both during their working years as well as in […]
‘Spend Z’: A staggering 40% of Gen Zers plan to splurge more on non-essentials this year compared to last — despite mounting credit card and student loan debt. Is it time for a reality check?
As Trump’s trade policies continue to send shockwaves through the economy — creating fears of rising prices, layoffs and a potential recession — investors are bracing for impact. With markets in flux and uncertainty in the air, financial anxiety is mounting. While no one can control the stock market, The Washington Post’s personal finance columnist […]
‘No place to call home’: New England properties are being sold out from under homeowners — warns FBI — with losses soaring to $61.5 million in 5 years. Here’s how to stay protected
Homeowners in New England are at risk from a devastating scam that could destroy their financial security. Massachusetts-based officials from the FBI recently sounded the alarm about the crime, urging people who own property to be on the alert. "Folks across the region are having their roots literally pulled out from under them and are […]
Why are egg prices suddenly cracking? A mix of market shifts, supply changes and seasonal demand could mean big news for grocery shoppers
Grocery shoppers have been forced to scramble since egg prices have been consistently high. With the cost of Grade A eggs hitting a record high of $5.90 per dozen in February, many consumers have had eggs on their faces. This was the highest price consumers had ever paid for eggs, nearly double what they had […]
Are you willing to spend $20,000 or more on a dog? Here are 15 of the most expensive dog breeds in Canada
My dog lives like a king. And he’s grown accustomed to this lavish lifestyle. From the time I purchased him from a breeder ($1,000), to expected and unexpected vet bills, grooming costs and an extensive (and impressive) wardrobe, let’s just say that I’m glad that I started budgeting for him well before he came into […]
