34 Best Birthday Freebies in Vancouver in 2026
Getting birthday freebies in Vancouver has never been easier. Many major retailers and restaurant chains are happy to celebrate your special day with you, but it does take a bit of planning since you can only eat so much and some of the offers are only available for a limited time. You could get free…
Read MoreThe Best American Express Credit Cards in Canada for 2026
Without a doubt, American Express offers the best suite of credit cards in Canada. If you were to look at any of my “best of” lists, there’s usually at least one AMEX card on the list. Some people don’t like American Express cards because they’re not accepted at as many retailers compared to Visa and…
Read MoreAeroplan Rewards Guide
Are you looking for an Aeroplan rewards guide? Aeroplan is Canada’s largest airline loyalty program and one of the best in the world. What Aeroplan members may not realize is that the program went through significant changes at the end of 2020. From dynamic flight pricing to earning more points, there’s a lot to be said…
Read MoreCathay World Elite Mastercard Review
The Cathay World Elite Mastercard – powered by Neo, is the new Canadian partner of Cathay Pacific for co-branded credit cards. Having the card go to Neo Financial was a bit of a surprise since RBC held the business for so long. The card still lacks airline-specific benefits, and the earning rate is not great,…
Read MoreDIY Investing | How to manage your investment portfolio and reach your financial goals
You’ve created your stock market portfolio—but how do you ensure that you don’t lose your hard-earned money? After all, we’ve seen the stock market crash multiple times in the past several decades. We’ve also witnessed investors panicking and ending up selling their investments at a loss. It happened to me when I was a novice…
Read MoreAir Canada Bereavement Fares | What you need to know
Travel is usually associated with something fun and exciting, but the unfortunate reality is that sometimes we need to travel or change existing travel plans because of a tragedy. Those of us who find ourselves in these situations don’t have the time to go back and forth and figure out how to get last-minute flights,…
Read MoreTFSA Withdrawal Rules
TFSAs are lauded as one of the best savings vehicles for Canadians, thanks to their flexibility. However, while they may offer more opportunities for Canadians to save for various goals, they are not without their rules. Here’s what you need to know about TFSA withdrawal rules to maximize your account and avoid any penalties. What…
Read MoreMortgage Payment Options In Canada
When it comes to mortgages, you will have a number of options. Mortgage payment options in Canada are not one size fits all but rather can be somewhat tailored to best fit your budget and affordability. There are several things to consider when choosing mortgage payment options so take the time to understand the choices…
Read MoreHSBC Rewards Guide | How to maximize your points
Although HSBC Rewards is a program that’s used all over the world, it’s not as popular in Canada since HSBC isn’t one of the big five banks. What you might not realize is that HSBC is the largest foreign-owned bank in Canada and is present coast to coast. Their credit card portfolio is impressive and…
Read MoreTuro Review: Airbnb for cars
Are you looking for a Turo review from someone who’s actually used the platform? Do you have a vehicle that spends more time sitting in your driveway than on the road and want to make some money? Or maybe you need access to a vehicle that’s more convenient than car rental agencies. Let me introduce…
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