Credit cards
How to Read a Credit Card Statement
Knowing how to read a credit card statement is basic financial literacy, but it can be confusing if you’re getting a credit card for the first time or you’ve recently switched banks. To further complicate…
Amex Refer a Friend: Earn more points
The Amex refer a friend program is arguably one of the best features that many American Express cards offer, and most people don’t even know about it. Essentially, it allows the person making a referral,…
American Express Air Canada Card Announced | 50K status for free
A few months back, online sleuths found a document for an upcoming American Express Air Canada Credit Card. Many people speculated it would be similar to the U.S. CHASE Aeroplan Card, where you’d get enhanced…
Secured vs Unsecured Credit Cards
The difference between secured vs unsecured credit cards is not a topic that comes up often, but if you’re new to credit cards, you should know how they work. Most people know there are numerous…
Aeroplan Freezing Accounts due to travel hacking
Recently, some Aeroplan members have reported that their accounts have been frozen/locked. When they log in, everything appears to be fine. However, when they get to the page where you select points or cash &…
How to Cancel a Credit Card in Canada
Have you wondered how to cancel a credit card in Canada? You would think the process would be easy, but closing your credit card account is more complicated than it needs to be. Not only…
What is a Chargeback?
Have you ever wondered what is a chargeback? Years ago I had to do one when a hotel I stayed at charged the resort fees to my credit card when I had paid it in…
WestJet Rewards Guide
Are you ready for a WestJet Rewards guide? If you fly WestJet on a regular basis or even if you fly them once a year, you’ll want to learn more about their loyalty program. What…
Simplii Financial Global Money Transfer Review
Are you looking for a Simplii Financial Global Money Transfer review? Anyone living in Canada looking for global money transfer services should consider Simplii Financial since they have no fees, and you can earn cash…
Marriott Bonvoy Guide | Maximize your points
Are you looking for a Marriott Bonvoy guide? Ever since Marriott Rewards merged with Starwood Preferred Guest and Ritz-Carlton Rewards in August 2018, the combined program has easily become the most popular hotel loyalty program…