Debt

Why young people keep getting caught in debt traps and how to break the cycle

Ever-increasing credit card limits, lifestyle creep and a rising cost of living are contributing to a rise in debt...

Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: May 26, 2024

Canadian inflation cools, Nvidia continues to dominate, and U.S. retailers say that consumers are tapped out.

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You have to sell a cemetery plot—will you owe capital gains tax?

Cemetery plots in some big Canadian cities can be worth $50,000 or more. Their sale or deemed disposition may...

Careers

How to become a contractor: The real costs

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Travel

Alberta wildfires’ effects on tourism in Canada

Wildfires cast smoky shadow over tourism industry ahead of unofficial start of summer.

Renovations

How to save money on home renovations (even if you’re not handy)

You don't have do be a DIYer to pitch in and reduce the cost of your next home improvement...

Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: May 19, 2024

U.S. inflation is down, Walmart hits all-time highs, Canadian utilities plod along, and did you think it was “game...

Making It

How to take a gap year trip without breaking the bank

Taking some time away to travel the world can have many benefits. Here are some ideas and saving strategies...

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How real estate is taxed during a separation or divorce

A couple owned two properties, and each person is taking one as part of their separation. What are the...