Are you young enough to join CARP/AARP?

Are you young enough to join CARP/AARP?

Lauren Robilliard, our media and marketing manager, just joined the Canadian Association of Retired People (CARP).But wait – Lauren is only 24 years old and still working full time – why would she do that?! With inflation hovering at...
New Account for Buying a First Home 

New Account for Buying a First Home 

Are you or the young people in your life wondering if you’ll ever be able to buy a home? Housing affordability is a huge issue for young people today. The Bank of Canada’s Housing Affordability Index – a measure of home ownership versus broader...
Grand Scams

Grand Scams

Did you know that March is International Fraud Prevention Month? It’s intended to raise awareness about fraud and scams in order to prevent them. One scam that really makes my blood boil (and sadly, there are many to choose from) is the “grandparent”...
Family fintech apps: need or want?

Family fintech apps: need or want?

If you resolved to teach your kids about money this year, do you need to use family fintech apps, or is it just a want? Last year, we discussed how family fintech apps can make allowance less of a chore, and help your kids spend...
New Year, Same Goals and Habits?

New Year, Same Goals and Habits?

Happy New Year! Have you made any resolutions or set any big audacious goals for 2023?  We’re only a week or so in, so you’re probably still going strong with the new workout routine or your “Dry January”. But how can you ensure...
6 Seasonal Spending Tips

6 Seasonal Spending Tips

If you’re feeling the financial crunch of the holiday season, you’re not alone. With record inflation, rising interest rates and fears of a possible recession, a recent survey found that 43% of Canadians plan to spend...