4 tips to help optimize your student loan repayment in Canada
Life is unpredictable, and financial obligations, such as student loans, can prevent us from acting quickly and decisively to adjust to changing economic circumstances. According to the Government of Canada, the total amount of student loans owed sat at $23.5 billion in 2022. In April 2023, the accumulation of interest on Canada Student Loans was…
Boomers are out of luck: Robert Kiyosaki warns that the ‘biggest crash in history is coming’ — here’s his strategy to get rich before American seniors ‘go bust’
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. The U.S. stock market has seen clear sailing in 2024, with the S&P 500 up an impressive 28% year-to-date, but Rich Dad, Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki sees dark…
Canadians prioritizing reliability over luxury in their cars — So what types of vehicles are enticing drivers the most?
When it comes to buying their next car, economic pressures are weighing on Canadians more than ever. That means prioritizing affordability and reliability over luxury, according to AutoTrader. "Each year, AutoTrader analyzes millions of data points to uncover the evolving story of Canadian vehicle shopping behaviors," Ian MacDonald, AutoTrader’s CMO said in a statement. "This…
Jealousies ‘became magnified’: Warren Buffett offers candid financial advice to parents in America — here’s how to prevent your family from getting ‘confused’ and ‘angry’ after you die
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. Legendary investor Warren Buffett recently wrote a surprise letter to shareholders of his company, Berkshire Hathaway. In the letter, Buffett announced plans to convert 1,600 of his Berkshire Class…
Multi-unit residential mortgages increase in Q3 2024
For the three months ending September 30, 2024, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation insured 64,979 multi-unit residential units, according to its third quarter report. Of those, 29,878 were new construction, marking a 26% increase of over 51,443 units during the same period in 2023. "Facilitating the construction of purpose-built rentals remains a key factor…
This is bananas: The art world is expecting a ‘Trump Bump’ following his election win and the $6M sale of a controversial piece — what investors need to know about post-election market surges
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. According to the New York Times, Trump’s election victory might usher in a long-awaited boost to the art world. That’s based on assumptions that he will cut taxes for…
Hustle culture alive and well, as almost 90% Canadians have worked a side hustle
More Canadians than ever are taking on extra work to make ends meet, with almost nine in 10 having worked a side hustle at least once during their career, according to a recent Harris Poll. Wanting to up your earning power is nothing new. However, the advent of the gig economy means that there is…
1-in-5 Canadians over 65 are still working — but is that completely necessary to ensure a more comfortable retirement? Here’s what you need to consider
For many Canadians, leaving the workforce at 65 and enjoying a financially worry-free retirement is a fantasy they’ve already given up on. In fact, as of 2022, 1-in-5 Canadians aged 65 to 74, or 21%, was working, according to Statistics Canada’s recent census data. This include both Canadian-born and immigrant workers. With Canadians living longer,…
From Wild West-inspired trips to botanical adventures — here’s the top 7 travel trends for 2025
Travelling is a pleasure that never goes out of style — even during times of economic hardship, many view national or overseas exploration as a necessary form of self-rejuvenation. Looking to 2025, search aggregator and travel agency, Skyscanner, asked Canadians about their plans for local and international travel in the year ahead — and results…
This Baltimore parking lot attendant built a $500,000 stock portfolio — even though he never made more than $12 an hour. Here’s his simple strategy and how you can apply it 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. Earl Crawley, fondly known as “Mr. Earl,” spent 44 years working as a parking lot attendant in Baltimore, earning no more than $12 an hour or $20,000 a year.…
