It’s rare that you see a Canadian credit card with a 0% balance transfer offer. However, MBNA has a balance transfer card, and it’s a good deal — even by looser American standards. The Platinum Plus MasterCard from MBNA features a 0% APR for 10 months. That’s practically unheard of in Canada. If you are [...]
Personalise Your Credit Card with Your Favourite Hockey Team
One of the great things about technology is that it provides us with the ability to personalise almost everything. Mugs, ...
Personalise Your Credit Card with Your Favourite Hockey Team
One of the great things about technology is that it provides us with the ability to personalise almost everything. Mugs, pens, books, and just about anything else you can think of can be personalised. This trend even extends to credit cards. Some Canadian credit card issuers allow you to submit an image of your choosing [...]
Have You Thought about a TFSA?
One of the most intriguing financial tools offered in recent years is the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA). If you aren’t taking advantage of the opportunities allowed by the TFSA, you could be missing out on opportunities to grow your wealth in a tax-advantaged manner. The TFSA offers you the chance to improve your financial situation, [...]
3 Cool Ways to Reduce Your Debt Faster
When it comes to debt reduction, you want to be at the top of your game. There are many different ideas when it comes to debt reduction, but the best thing to do is think cool. You don’t need a fancy strategy, and debt consolidation isn’t necessary. Instead, there are 3 methods of debt reduction, [...]
Canadian Debt – Your Tax Dollars at Work [Infographic]
When we think of public debt, our thoughts often jump directly to the United States — when we’re not thinking of the sovereign debt crisis in Europe. And, while Canada doesn’t have the same debt problems of the United States, we could head that direction if we’re not careful. Already, our expenses exceed the revenue [...]
Hackers Target Credit Reports
In the world of credit, it’s important to stay on top of your situation, and to watch for identity theft. Identity theft is a growing crime, since it’s the theft of information, and many people don’t realize that their information has even been stolen. And, of course, once someone has your identity, it’s fairly simple [...]
See through Money in Canada
When you look at your money, you don’t usually expect to look through it. However, Canada’s new bills bring a new meaning to transparency when it comes to your finances. The latest in Canadian money is money made from polymers. Canada released $100 bills in late 2011, and has a plan to put bills of lower [...]
Do You Need a US Dollar Credit Card?
When it comes to credit cards, there are a number of fees that come with it. Not all credit cards come with annual fees, and you can avoid some of the interest fees by paying off the balance each month. But there are other fees that you might have to pay. Some of these fees [...]
Are You Ready for an Interest Rate Hike?
As expected, the Bank of Canada left its benchmark rate at 1% in its most recent announcement. However, following the decision, Mark Carney, the Governor of the BOC, made a rather upbeat statement about the Canadian economy — and the possibility of an interest rate hike. While Carney wouldn’t commit to a precise timeline, the [...]
Royal Canadian Mint: Buy a Glow in the Dark Coin
Canada is getting ready to ditch the penny, but that doesn’t mean that the Royal Canadian Mint is going to have nothing to do. Indeed, there are plenty of other denominations that are minted as coins here in Canada. However, the Royal Canadian Mint does more than just issue “regular” money. The mint also produces [...]
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