GOURMET MEAL FOR $2.25 A PERSON - IT IS POSSIBLE
When I hear the world Gourmet, the first thing that comes to mind is EXPENSIVE! Well not true, according to self proclaimed Foodie, Paul Singer. He believes everyone can have gourmet food and a...
View ArticleRRSP DEADLINES DOS AND DON'TS
The deadline to contribute to your RRSP in order to claim it on your 2012 tax return is at midnight March 1st. This inevitable creates a day of mini chaos at banks across Canada. Many feel the pressure...
View ArticleBACK TO SCHOOL MONEY SAVING TIPS
Can you believe it’s almost time for students to get back to class? Whether your child is starting kindergarten or heading off to university, one thing all parents have in common this time of year, is...
View ArticleTOP TEN REASONS WHY SENIORS ARE IN DEBT
I thought we were supposed to get wiser with age? But it seems Canadian seniors are racking up debt faster than any other age group. Another reasons for young people to save more for retirement and for...
View ArticleSUPER SAVERS -GRADUATE DEBT FREE
Sean Cooper graduated from University without a single dollar of debt. How did he do it?. SUPER SAVERS looks at how ordinary people have found extraordinary ways of saving money. Our host Rubina...
View ArticleSUPER SAVERS - HOW TO RETIRE WITH NO DEBT
Eric and Jane Ward retired with no mortgage and a larger than average nest egg. Find out how they achieved financial freedom on only one income.
View ArticleSUPER SAVERS - TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR MONEY
After facing major work and relationship setbacks Maureen Welsh was able to turn her life around in one year and become a Super Saver. Her story is an inspiration for any woman who may be feeling like...
View ArticleCREDIT CARD FRAUD -WHO IS RESPONSIBLE?
If you’ve ever found a fraudulent charge on your credit card the first place you call is the credit card company to report it. Most of are under the impression as credit card customers we’re not liable...
View ArticleDON'T BE A TAX FOOL: WHAT YOU CAN AND CANNOT CLAIM ON YOUR RETURN
Every year at tax season, some Canadians try to reduce their tax bills in creative ways and trying to justify tax deductions. For example, one taxpayer tried to argue that trips to Las Vegas should be...
View ArticleTHE TAX DEADLINE IS APRIL 30TH: HOW TO GET READY NOW
The deadline to file your 2013 taxes return in April 30th. If you haven’t file already I recommend you do so soon. If you file late, and you owe money, you risk paying a penalty to the Canada Revenue...
View ArticleRETIREMENT PLANNING FOR 25-35 YEAR OLDS
I know it feels like a zillion years away but have you ever thought about where you want to be in 30 years?Is your dream to be retired in a big house surrounded by grand kids, living in a beach house...
View ArticleSUPER SAVERS -USE WHAT YOU GOT
Melody Campagna shares her secrets on how to save $10,000 a year on groceries. SUPER SAVERS looks at how ordinary people have found extraordinary ways of saving money. Our host Rubina Ahmed-Haq looks...
View ArticlePLAN FOR THE UNEXPECTED AND SAVE MONEY
When it comes to saving money its really important to be prepared for the unexpected. That’s especially true when it comes to your car. We all have car insurance, it’s the law, but the chances of...
View ArticleUSE FLIPIT TO NAVIGATE THE SEA OF DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
If you’re looking for a bargain there’s no shortage of places to visit on the Internet to score a deep discount. But many times you may be left wondering if you’re getting the best deal possible and...
View ArticleRETIREMENT PLANNING FOR THE REST OF US
A new pension scheme floated by the federal government hopes to please both employer and employee. Called the Target Benefit Plan or TBP, it's aimed at providing better pensions to Canadians working at...
View ArticleMONEY SAVING TIPS TO USE RIGHT NOW
Buy smaller fruits and vegetables. If you are paying for fruits and veggies per pound buy smaller, apples, oranges, zucchinis mushrooms etc. This will avoid wasting fruits and vegetables. How often...
View ArticleWHY YOU SHOULD BREAK UP WITH YOUR BANK
There are certain things in life we find very hard to break up with. Our hairdresser, the mechanic who works on our car and where we bank. For most it’s too painful to walk into their branch to close...
View ArticleSUPER SAVERS - MORTGAGE FREE AT 32
34-year old Brandon Parkes has been mortgage free for 2 years. It wasn't easy. While paying down his mortgage Brandon was making a modest salary and faced some major setbacks. But despite all this he's...
View ArticleNO -FEE BANKING IS NOTHING NEW
This spring I was presenting at the National Home Show in Toronto talking about "Joyless Spending," all the money we spend on things that bring us ZERO happiness. Things like, high utility costs,...
View ArticleSUPER SAVERS- RAISING A BABY
Blogger Kerry Taylor has been sharing her consumer savvy tips since 2008 on her blog Squawkfox.com. Even she was surprised about the high cost of raising a baby when she became a mom two years ago....
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