The Best Credit Cards With Mobile Device Insurance
Credit cards with mobile device insurance (sometimes known as credit cards with cell phone insurance) is a relatively new trend that’s come to Canada over the last few years. There used to be only two credit cards that offered it but a few cards have added the insurance to their benefits while a few new…
Read MoreRRSP vs TFSA: Which one to choose?
**This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sun Life. All opinions are my own. Without a doubt, the #1 question I get asked about personal finance is Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) vs Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Which one should I choose? There’s no simple answer since both have their benefits.…
Read MoreHow Having a Budget Allows us to Travel Anywhere
When I had a full-time job, I often talked about my travel plans with co-workers who also loved to travel. I had a reputation for travelling to more exotic places such as Egypt, Japan, Brazil, and Instanbul. I wouldn’t go as far as calling these destinations exotic, my wife and I just weren’t interested in…
Read MoreEarning Rewards on Your Everyday Spending has Never Been Easier
As someone who’s obsessed with points, it really bothers me when I’m shopping and the person in front of me isn’t using a loyalty card or credit card that earns them points. I certainly understand if they don’t shop there on a regular basis and they’re just making a quick purchase or they have a…
Read More11 Ways to Save on Your Home and Car Insurance
Price is often top of mind when buying insurance since it can be a huge expense for many people. However, many people hate paying for something they’ll hopefully never have to use. Plus, in certain cases (like car insurance), you’re legally required to have it. So, how can you get the coverage you need at…
Read More8 Hotel Booking Tips to Ensure You Get the Best Value When Booking Hotels Online
Do you struggle when deciding which property to pick when booking hotels online? It can be tricky, considering how many hotel or accommodation options most cities have. There are so many factors to consider that it can often be overwhelming, especially if you are travelling somewhere you are unfamiliar with. Well, in this blog post…
Read MoreGet Over Your Fear of Spending!
Ever since I’ve started this blog, I’ve focused on saving money, paying off debt, loyalty points, and travel. What’s interesting is that as I’ve become more comfortable with my money, I find that I spend more now. Part of that is because I now own a home and have a daughter, but I also believe…
Read MoreDIY Investing – With a Little Help
Forget about me, what did you learn from financial literacy month? Is there something that really stuck with you? Have you decided it’s time to take control of your finances? The one question that I was asked a lot this month was; how did I get over the fear of becoming a do-it-yourself investor? I usually…
Read More5 Travel Myths Busted
Over the years, I’ve heard a ton of different travel myths. To be honest, when I was first started travelling, I would believe them (e.g. bribe Thai police officers if you’re questioned for whatever reason), but I’ve quickly realized that many of these travel myths were completely untrue. I suspect that some of these travel…
Read MoreMarriott Bonvoy Off-Peak and Peak Redemption Rates Coming on September 14th
Back in April, Marriott Bonvoy announced that off-peak and peak redemption rates for a free night stay would be coming to Marriott.com and the Marriott Bonvoy App in the future. Today, Marriott said that those changes come into effect on September 14th, 2019 so you have about a month to make some reservations at the…
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