Willow Review | How to invest in commercial real estate
Did you know that real estate investing has created 90% of the world’s millionaires? It’s an impressive statistic. However, as many of us know, you need to be in pretty good financial standing to be able to afford to buy a single home these days. For many Canadians, the idea of owning more than one…
Read MoreWhat to do if you’re a victim of e-transfer fraud
Interac e-transfers are one of the most popular ways to send money. Although it’s often referred to as a safe way to transfer funds, it’s not exactly foolproof. There is more than one way to make e-transfers fraudulently, which is why you need to be careful about how you use your accounts. Ideally, you want…
Read MoreHow to Find a Good Financial Advisor
Whether you’re making your first contribution or you’re a veteran investor, one question that commonly gets asked is: how do you find a good a financial advisor? If you have any financial knowledge then you should probably manage your money on your own. That being said, it’s definitely worth seeking out an advisor or planner if…
Read MoreCreating a Travel Hacking Strategy
When it comes down to it, travel hacking is very straightforward. You apply for credit cards, collect the sign-up bonuses, and then you use those points for “free” travel. The thing is, you still need to have some travel goals in mind before you start travel hacking. Applying for a bunch of credit cards just…
Read MoreHow to get an Emergency Canadian Passport
**Disclaimer, I am not an employee of the Canadian Government and have no inside knowledge of policy and procedures. I do not know when you’ll receive your new passport if you applied for one. You should call your local office if you have any specific questions. What is outlined below is the extent of my…
Read MoreWhat Is A TFSA (Tax-Free Savings Account)?
Do you know what is a TFSA? It stands for Tax-Free Savings Account. This account was introduced in 2009 and has quickly become one of the most popular accounts available to Canadian residents. The account is so flexible that it can be used for just about anything, including retirement or short-term savings. Alternatively, some people…
Read MoreWhat is an NFT? Guide to NFTs and How They Work
What is an NFT? If you are following anything in the finance world these days, there is no doubt you have heard about NFTs or non-fungible tokens. Stories about things like digital monkeys and rocks selling for thousands if not millions of dollars. So, what the heck is going on? What are NFTs? Here’s a…
Read MoreWhat is a Management Expense Ratio (MER)?
Have you ever wondered what is a management expense ratio (MER)? It’s a fee that investors have to pay for many products such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Some people don’t even realize this fee is being paid since it’s automatically taken right out of your investment gains. To be clear, even if your investments…
Read MoreHow to Price Match in Canada
Have you ever wondered how to price match in Canada? Although the thought may have never crossed your mind, many people might be looking for the lowest price possible these days now that inflation is on the rise. While price matching should be a straightforward process, there are some rules in place. How those rules…
Read MoreParis on a Budget
Paris is one of the most popular cities in the world. Known as the city of light and the city of love, many people dream about heading to the capital of France. What’s interesting is that the city is not that expensive to visit. In my guide on how much does it cost to go…
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