Posts by Barry Choi
How to Enjoy Orlando Without Spending a Fortune
**Visit Orlando and Universal Orlando Resort sponsored parts of my trip to Orlando. They had no say in the content of this article. There’s no denying that Orlando can be an expensive destination. If you were to visit any of the theme parks, you’ll spend at least $100 USD per ticket for a one day…
Read MoreHow to Make Money From Affiliate Marketing
Affiliate marketing is a well-established method used by brands looking to promote products through a network of publishers and pay out on individual meaningful results, such as $100 per approved credit card or $40 for a lead. For many publishers (including bloggers), it’s a chance to build revenue by placing affiliate links on their site…
Read MoreEmployment Insurance Replacing CERB | What you need to know
The Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) is set to expire at the end of August, but the Canadian government has announced that the $500-per-week benefit is being extended by four weeks. Once the CERB ends at that time, things will transition over to a simplified Employment Insurance scheme, which will have three different payment programs. …
Read MoreThe cost of travel: How to pick a vacation destination
Normally I don’t get bothered about any travel questions, but one thing that does annoy me is when people ask how do you pick a vacation destination? It’s not that the question bothers me, but I can’t believe that people don’t have any inspiration. Travel inspiration can come from anywhere. The first time I was…
Read MoreHow to Keep Your Finances in Order as a Digital Nomad
If you have the ability to work remotely (or you’re looking for a job that allows you to do so) there’s a good chance you’ve thought about being a digital nomad. It makes perfect sense, if you can work anywhere, wouldn’t it be great to live abroad where you can see the sites and immerse…
Read MoreAER Travel Pack 2 Review
I’ve used a lot of suitcases and travel backpacks over the years, but it took some time to find what worked perfectly for me. Mind you, a suitcase isn’t always practical for my travels. When my wife and I went to the Middle East, we purchased travel backpacks which were perfect for the occasion. These days,…
Read MoreAmerican Express Cobalt Vs. Scotiabank Gold American Express
With the changes to the Scotiabank Gold American Express now in place, many people are comparing it to the American Express Cobalt card since they’re now very similar. If you check out the chart below, the features are quite indeed nearly identical, but both cards have subtle differences which could sway your decision when applying…
Read MoreHow to Plan a Vacation Without Going Into Debt
After being following strict guidelines over the last few months, many people are starting to get the travel itch. Many Canadians have started to travel within their own province, while domestic travel has likely seen more interest. As the airline and hotel industries try to recover, we’re starting to see some serious deals. I saw…
Read MoreHow Credit Card Travel Insurance Works When Booking a Flight on Points or Miles
Many of the best travel credit cards in Canada come with a comprehensive travel insurance package. Your travel medical insurance applies even if you book on points, but your additional travel insurance benefits such as lost luggage, trip cancellation, hotel burglary, etc. require you to charge a majority if not all of your charges to…
Read More15 Ways for How to Get Out of Debt
According to Statistics Canada, the Canadian household-debt-to-income ratio was an astonishing 176.9 per cent in Q1 of 2020. That means on average, Canadian households owe $1.77 or every dollar they bring in. That’s an increase from 175.6 per cent which was previously reported in Q4 of 2019. Clearly a global pandemic has wrecked our finances.…
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