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Discover How You Can Stop Worrying About Money Today

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Money can either really liberate you or stress you. This depends on the situation. As you prepare for a tax season, you might start wondering how you've spent your money all year. So, if you often find yourself worrying about money, you are certainly not alone.

Everyone hopes to enjoy life, but the reality is that money plays a huge role in this. You need money to access the …

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Saving Or Investing: What Is Right For Canadians?

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When you're contemplating whether to save or invest, you have to weigh the option that's most suitable for your financial situation. Of course, you can do both at once. However, there are times when you can only do one at the moment. Suppose you have a great job, good benefits, and excess in funds, perhaps investing some of that excess is right for you. However, if you work a traditional …

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Do You Know The Credit Card Do's and Don'ts?

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Yes, credit cards can be useful financial tools if they are used responsibly--unfortunately, credit cards are highly mishandled, everyday and all across the globe.  Too many see these as a means to an end, or a reason to splurge on those things they wouldn't ordinarily have considered purchasing.  Furthermore, financial experts find that too many turn to credit cards to support their monthly living expenses, something that is a financially …

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Money Saving Tax Tips For Canadians

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[Updated for 2021]

It always hurts when you save money by budgeting and end up losing a chunk in taxes. As a Canadian, you should claim as many tax deductions as possible. Hopefully, this would include some credits too.

In this article, we’ll dispel common misunderstandings, combat misinformation, and explain ways to write off some off your current expenses. Please note these are just tips and you should talk to …

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3 Friendly Financial Tips For Those Twenty Somethings

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Living in your twenties is not what it used to be, and in no way is it easier.  In fact, thinking practically, living on your own in your twenties has become quite challenging.  Many young Canadians have actually returned back home, finding the financial strain too much to handle.  

Balancing finances, work and school is hectic--but having to struggle just to keep the lights on is not something 20 somethings …

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7 Reasons Why Your Budget Isn't Working For You

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You probably already know that a budget is critical, especially if you want to pay off any debt successfully. However, it's one thing to have a budget and another to stick to it. You may find that sticking to your budget is more complicated than anticipated. This could be due to overspending, paying too much in taxes, or simply failing to keep track of where your money is going. …

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7 Simple Steps To Achieve Financial Security Before 30

This article is part of our Finance Hub.

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Everyone desires to be financially secure, especially when planning for that retirement. However, for young Canadians, this is often the last thing they are thinking about—at least before they turn 30! This mindset really needs to change. Whether you intend to work for a boss or become self-employed, the goal should be to attain financial security early enough. Notably, choosing …

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5 Pain-Free Ways You Can Save Money In 2021

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Saving money has rescued many in times of financial distress. This is why it's a never-dying topic. On the road to financial freedom, you may pick up some money-saving tips and valuable strategies. However, these strategies will only work if you have some money put aside in the first place.

For many families across British Columbia, it's hard to save money in large sums. However, smaller, more realistic saving …

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Ready To STOP Living Paycheque To Paycheque?

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An interesting stat shows that 61% of the workforce in and around British Columbia is living paycheque to paycheque.  You might be curious as to how you would know if you fit into this category Follow through with our explanation. If you find that you'll run out of funds before the next payday, then you clearly fall within the percentage above. You don't have to fret and proceed to get …

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Canadian Students Can Save Money And Have Fun Too

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If you're a young adult who is going off to college the end of August, it is certainly time to prep on the values of money . While college life can be hard, and yes, financially strict, it doesn't have to be depressing, or extremely stringent at all.  

It's important for parents to explain budgeting and smart spending to their child, no matter how old they might be.

Since becoming …

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