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Check out the blog posts here to learn the best tips and tricks to manage your money. Topics include budgeting, money management resources, ways to maintaining a healthy balance between your wants and your money goals, and more!
Financial emergencies can happen to anyone, regardless of their financial situation. Whether it’s an unexpected medical expense, a sudden job loss, or a major home repair, these unforeseen events can have a significant impact on your finances and create a sense of vulnerability. However, with careful planning and a proactive approach, you can navigate through … Read more
Effective tax planning is a cornerstone of good financial management. To do so, you will want to take advantage of all the tax credits available to you. Here are 16 of the most common personal tax credits you cannot miss! Hello, my dear readers! For those of you who have visited the “About Me” section … Read more
It’s that time of year again, tax season! Nothing quite like the joy of filling out tax documents or hours of fun meeting with your accountant. Sarcasm aside, though the process is gruelling, hopefully, the work is worth it, and you come out with a nice-sized tax return check from the IRS. Instead of taking … Read more
Misleading tax advice needs to be avoided at all costs. I worry about misleading tax advice circulating on the web. Tax advice has a direct impact on people’s financial welfare, but unfortunately, sometimes, tax tips are not thoroughly vetted. Here are some of the most common misleading tax advice for Canadians that I’d like to … Read more
Investing is an important part of your financial plan. However, you must be careful not to fall into any pitfalls. Below are some common investing pitfalls that you must look out for. 1. Investing more than what you can afford to lose Investing is inherently risky. After all, nobody can predict with 100% certainty whether … Read more
Nowadays, many banks charge fees for having a bank account or using their services. Here are some tips and tricks on how to avoid bank fees. 1. Maintain a (slightly above) minimum balance Because banks charge fees even if you dip below the minimum balance for a day, it’s best to always have a balance … Read more
Are you looking to increase your credit score? Here are the best tips on how to raise your credit score by 200 points. Let’s begin! 1. Know what your current credit score is If you want to raise your credit score by 200 points, the first thing you should do is to get to know … Read more
Are you looking to open a checking account? First National Bank offers 5 different types of checking accounts. I am sure one of them will meet your needs! Who is First National Bank? First National Bank (FNB for short) is the second-largest bank based in Pennsylvania by assets. It was founded in 1864 in Greenville, … Read more
Today, I’d like to take this opportunity to demystify TFSA, a great savings vehicle that the government of Canada has provided to its residents since 2009. It is a vast topic, so I’d like to first focus on what this vehicle is and its benefits and common pitfalls. First thing first: What is TFSA? Nice … Read more
Many people, myself included, have started side hustles to either pursue a hobby or supplement our main sources of income. As your side hustle grows, however, you may start asking yourself this question: Should I and Why should I incorporate my business? As a small business owner, what are the advantages and disadvantages of incorporation, … Read more
