Nearly half of Canadians are feeling burnt out
The relentless push of hustle culture and the grind mentality dominates social media, but at the end of the day, we’re only human— and an unbalanced work-life dynamic can take a serious toll. A new survey from Robert Half suggests that many Canadians are feeling the strain, with nearly half reporting symptoms of burnout. "In […]
American retirees in these 9 states could lose some of their Social Security benefits soon — do these 3 things ASAP if you live in one of them
Tax season is probably everyone’s least favorite time of year. But the experience can be a little more daunting for millions of Americans who receive Social Security benefits and live in a state that applies an additional tax on these payments. To be clear, most states don’t tax Social Security payments — the federal government […]
5 big things that disappear after you retire in Canada: Are you prepared?
Retirement is often seen as the long-awaited reward after years of hard work. The daily grind of morning alarms, office politics and stressful commutes finally come to an end, regaining full control over your time and how you spend it. While retirement offers newfound freedom, it also brings some unexpected losses. Some, like a steady […]
Trump’s tariffs, market chaos and the rise of inverse ETFs: How investors are hedging the storm
In today’s turbulent economic climate, marked by President Trump’s recent tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, concerns about a potential recession are escalating. As markets react to these developments, investors explore strategies to protect their portfolios. One such strategy involves inverse ETFs. What are inverse ETFs? Inverse ETFs, also known as bear or short ETFs, […]
Canada election 2025: How rising prices and party policies will shape the nation’s economic future
Canadians are heading to the polls on April 28. The snap election, called by newly annointed Liberal leader and Prime Minister Mark Carney, comes amid a growing sense of economic uncertainty, driven by the dual challenges of rising prices and the significant risks posed by the current US administration under President Donald Trump. As the […]
I just found out my mom, 79, lost $400K to scammers over Facebook — and she’s still sending them gift cards. How do I protect my loved ones from falling victim to online fraud?
Matthew just discovered his 79-year-old mother, Barbara, has found herself deep in an online gift card scam. The retired teacher had received a friend request from an unfamiliar, but friendly fellow named Robert a few months back and quickly struck up a fast friendship. But one day, Barbara’s new friend promised to teach her how […]
My partner and I have $1.5M in savings, no debt and nearing 70. We’re considering retiring and claiming CPP. Do we have enough to retire comfortably?
There’s a lot to consider when preparing for retirement. Your savings and investments are often top of mind, but there are a few key dates that must be figured out as well — specifically, when to retire and when to start collecting Canada Pension Plan (CPP) benefits. Let’s say, for example, that you and your […]
Financial MLMs: How to spot the difference between a multi-level marketing scheme and an actual business
Between rising interest rates, a shaky stock market and the threat of a trade war with the US, it’s no surprise that financial uncertainty has instilled fear in people in recent years. And unfortunately, this financial uncertainty makes people more vulnerable to falling for get-rich-quick (or “quicker”) schemes in times of need. More specifically, multi-level […]
New cars cost nearly $50K on average — $10K more than 5 years ago. Here are the financial realities of buying a new car and how to manage auto financing wisely
Like just about everything else in the world, new cars have become quite expensive in recent years, and that cost doesn’t seem to be coming down any time soon. According to data from Kelley Blue Book, a new car now costs about $10,000 more than it did five years ago, with the average new vehicle […]
Mystery $6,000 deposits are showing up in the bank accounts of Social Security beneficiaries — and about 3 million US seniors can expect the money. Here’s why and how to tell if it’s legit
If a $6,000 deposit recently landed in your bank account out of nowhere, you’re not alone. While the Trump administration has stirred worries about potential cuts to Social Security, at least 3.2 million Americans are set to receive an increase in their benefits thanks to a rule finalized during the Biden years. On January 5th, […]