Don’t leave money on the table when you vacate your rental. Follow these steps as a tenant to ensure you get your security deposit back in full when you move out of your place
Managing money isn’t just about staying on top of what you earn. It’s also about getting all the money you’re entitled to, including refunds. That includes getting your security deposit back — no questions asked — when it comes time to move out of a rental unit. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have […]
The stock market is crashing: Is now the time to buy in?
Markets may have rebounded today, but the U.S. stock market has experienced a significant downturn in recent days following President Donald Trump’s recent tariff announcements targeting Canada, Mexico and China. Major indices, including the Dow Jones Industrial Average, TSX, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite, have all suffered substantial losses, prompting investors to reassess their portfolios […]
Warren Buffett once said he’d buy a ‘couple hundred thousand’ American homes — and he’d take out 30-year mortgages to do it. Here’s how to ‘load up’ on US real estate in 2025
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. Back in 2012, Warren Buffett told CNBC that if there was a way to buy thousands of single-family homes at once, and to manage them easily, he would “load […]
I’m 35 years old and have built up $300,000 by obediently putting all my cash into the S&P 500. Now I’m wondering: Am I smart enough to start picking individual stocks?
If you’ve hit middle age and managed to earn a substantial sum investing in the stock market, congratulations, you could be well on your way to building a sizable nest egg for your retirement. One common piece of advice people receive in their early years of investing is to put their money in a fund […]
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)
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. So, you’ve left planning for your golden years to the mid-century mark — don’t worry. You’re not the only one. About 20% of Americans aged 50 and older have […]
How to invest in sustainable mining
With the advent of United Nations-driven global net-zero mandates, demand for rare earth minerals is on the rise, and so are investment opportunities in sustainable mining for Canadian investors. Renewable energy is an essential component of phasing out the global reliance on fossil fuels in order to reduce emissions for everyday power consumption needs. However, […]
Bank bundles: Yay or nay, and why?
I love to bundle up. And I’m not talking about adding extra layers of clothing when it’s cold outside. I mean that I enjoy saving money when companies offer bundling bonuses or discounts to customers who get more than one product from the same merchant. It’s an especially popular marketing strategy with telecommunications, software and […]
Can you pay CRA taxes with a credit card in 2025? Fees, risks, and better options explained
If you owe the taxman money this year, paying on time is the best way to avoid penalties and interest. As Canada’s tax law administrator, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) makes it easy to pay your taxes in a number of different ways — including by swiping your credit card. If you’re thinking about using […]
Tech giant Nvidia’s market shake-up: What investors should know — and do — after the $277 billion drop
Nvidia Corporation, a titan in the semiconductor industry, has recently experienced significant fluctuations in its market valuation, underscoring the volatile nature of the technology sector. In January 2025, the company faced an unprecedented single-day market capitalization loss of approximately $600 billion, primarily due to emerging competition from Chinese startup DeepSeek. Despite this setback, Nvidia’s strategic […]
US credit card debt hit a record of $1.21 trillion — how can Americans dig their way out of this hole?
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. It’s no surprise that Americans often rely heavily on credit cards to make ends meet. And with a recent period of rampant inflation, it’s equally unsurprising that credit card […]
