As spring break creeps closer and closer there are more Canadians planning on getting away from it all. It's traditional for most, and this is the time numerous Canadian families plan their vacations. For college students, the break is an alleviation from the chaos of college classes and other stress. For adult Canadians, it is a must needed break from the day to day hum-drum of the 9 …
Planning savings resolutions might strike fear in some Canadian households, but it really can be easier than you think! If you're really going to be successful this time around you have to look at how you've managed years in the past too! Find your mistakes and don't make them again. Pinpoint your weaknesses and do everything you can to avoid them. For example, if you crave dinner out …
Yes, you can pay off your debt faster and smarter! It might feel stifling initially, but with patience and determination you can find a way to stay above water again. Now, the very first thing a smart financial advisor will tell you is you have to create a savvy budget, and you absolutely have to stick to it. If you can't do that you're not going to make …
Canadians spend more than 40% of their monthly income on housing, which is extraordinary. However, this dilemma is occurring all across the United States as well. Because of the stagnation in wages, but the increases in housing and other living costs--Canadians are struggling to stay above water. Some Canadians can only dream of becoming a homeowner. Canadians who do manage to acquire a home struggle from month to …
We would all like to think we are good at managing money, but unfortunately--many of us are not! Good money management is a process, it's not something you are just good at. Now, even if you want to become proactive and become a good money manager, you're going to have to do more than just read a bunch of articles. You have to be willing to take accountability …
Learning how to go broke is an odd topic, isn't it? Well, we felt it was a smart one too. It's important what NOT TO DO if you don't want to go broke. Too many people today keep making the same financial mistakes over and over again. The same excuses are used. Canadians claim to have no time to budget, and no time or money to purchase software …
Renting that first apartment can be an exciting experience, but dealing with bad credit is a trying one. It is extremely difficult dealing with bad credit when you're looking for an apartment, or home for rent. We will tell you that finding approval for a home rental can vary depending on what part of Canada you're within. If you have strong rental references and a good steady income, …
So, you hate your job and want to quit? Are you really ready to do something like this? Don't forget the everyday costs you have! While it is your personal choice to decide when to quit a position, it is also important to realize that decision has to be owned. If this is going to put you in a bad financial situation then you should wait. It's smart …
Life is demanding and stressful. For many Canadian families there is constant worry or some form of anxiety lurking. Sometimes it comes from simply feeling like you’re trying to do it all. And sometimes life is just difficult period. Natural leaders have discovered ways to manage stress and maintain their composure in order to stay ahead of the game. Canadian professionals who can learn how to overcome personal …