Although free Canadian government grants to pay off debt may be just as mythical as a unicorn, that doesn’t mean that you can’t get out of debt. See the sections below for a handful of real programs and resources that you can take advantage of today to start chipping away at your debt and move toward financial freedom.
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Saving money is tough, no matter how you look at it. It’s even tougher when kids are in the mix: suddenly, you have more mouths to feed, more bills to pay, and greater demands on what are considered monthly necessities. However, it is absolutely possible to learn how to save money as a parent! In the sections below, we’ll show you real, actionable steps that you can take to keep your financial health (and your growing family) on the right track.
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While having a little bit of debt isn’t bad, if you’re not careful, you could find yourself in a situation where your debts become overwhelming. If you’re spending more than what you can pay each month—or if you’re struggling to make your minimum payments—it’s time to break free from that debt cycle!
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Whether you find yourself scrambling to pay your rent, keep your utilities running, or afford an emergency expense—like a car repair or a busted refrigerator—you can’t always afford to wait for your next paycheque to come through.
Luckily, there are plenty of opportunities to find fast cash in Canada. You just need to know where to look! To that end, we’ve put together a list of the 10 best ways to get cash quickly, so you can keep all of your financial trains running exactly on time.
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Whether you’re 25 or 55, we’re all working towards similar goals. That is to pay off all our loans, retire someday, spend a decade or two pursuing hobbies, spending time with family, traveling the globe, or simply living with the luxury of not having to work every day.
It might feel like a heavy ask, but retirement is real and …
An RESP is a popular choice for many consumers—but how do you know if an RESP is right for you? What are the benefits of choosing an RESP instead of a TFSA or an RRSP?
If you’re not sure whether you should open up an RESP (or even what an RESP is), keep reading: we’ll show you exactly what makes this savings account unique, and why you should consider opening an RESP today.
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Like most of life’s big questions, the answer isn’t always straightforward! Student loans in Canada have a unique structure and set of requirements, and it’s important to know exactly what you are getting into before you start applying to universities. See below for an overview of how student loans work in Canada, including the difference between loans that come from the government and loans that come from your province/territory.
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Don’t make the mistake of letting yourself sign up for the wrong type of loan. Keep reading to see the difference between installment loans and revolving credit—and most importantly, the advantages and disadvantages of both!
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It isn’t always easy to find the answers—and as you learn more about filing your taxes, you might even come up with new questions entirely. That’s why we’ve put together the top 10 tax tips for young professionals in Canada to help you understand exactly what you are up against. If you’re ready to start thinking about filing your taxes, start with the tips below to make the process as stress-free and as efficient as possible!
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There are plenty of great ways to take your tax refund and turn that money into smart financial moves. After all, your return isn’t coming out of thin air: it’s a percentage of your hard-earned income over the past year. Why not use this opportunity to make your money work for you this year?
If you’re stuck on how to use your tax refund for the greater financial good, don’t panic—we’ve already done the hard work for you. Below, we’ve compiled seven of the best ways to turn your refund into better financial management in 2020 and beyond.
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