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- If you’re not in control of your money, your money is likely controlling your life, and to a lesser degree, you. Your money can only really work for you if you understand what it should be doing in your life and how careful control of your finances can create a more stress-free lifestyle. There are ... Read moreRead more
- Family finances can be tough. A recent study found that almost 50 percent of Canadians are living paycheque to paycheque. Another study found that 57 percent of Canadians reported difficulties feeding their family. Having trouble paying the bills on time is stressful but worrying that your family is not getting the food they need is ... Read moreRead more
- When you’re bouncing cheques and struggling to pay your bills every month, you’re not in control of your money. When you are constantly checking your credit card and account balances to be sure you can afford what you’re buying, your money is controlling you. Carrying large amounts of debt can create an ugly cycle. You ... Read moreRead more
- Dig yourself out of debt while also building up savings to be sure you don’t undo your hard work when an emergency strikes. Paying off debt can be much like building with sand at the beach. Just as you start to make progress on your sandcastle, a wave comes and washes away your progress. Likewise, ... Read moreRead more
- Saving money seems so simple: Spend less and stash the extra away! But the actuality of saving money is much harder than the theory. It can be a challenge to save up enough money to cover emergencies or pay for your dream house someday. How do you save enough money to fund your retirement dreams ... Read moreRead more
- Your credit score matters a great deal when it comes to car loans, credit cards, mortgages, and even some jobs. In general, you want to keep your credit score as high as possible, but that can be tricky if you’re not sure how the credit process works. Your credit score is determined by multiple factors ... Read moreRead more
