Personal Finance

What Not to do When You Get a Raise

As some who has never really been into lifestyle inflation, the idea of blowing my raise has never appealed to me. Sure, I might buy something for myself or maybe treat myself to dinner, but…

Your Realtor is not a Financial Advisor

Despite the downward trend, real estate is still insane in Canada. To be honest, I haven’t been paying much attention to the headlines as of late, but it seems like everyone is a real estate…

How the Second-Hand Economy Can Help You Save Big!

**This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Kijiji. All opinions are my own. Last year I took part in a #KijijiFind challenge and I managed to save just over $500 in…

5 Ways to Protect Your Small Business in Canada

Owning a small business is a thrilling experience. Many people become entrepreneurs because they want to be their own boss. But, as things start to scale up, you need to protect yourself if you want…

Should You Balance Transfer Your Credit Cards?

When dealing with debt, one strategy that I always recommend is debt consolidation. There are a few different ways of doing it, but the general idea is, you get a low-interest loan and pay off…

What to do if Your Luggage is Delayed or Damaged

One of the worst things that can happen to you when travelling is if your luggage is delayed, damaged, or lost. If it’s at the start or the middle of your trip, it’s a major…

How to Connect Tangerine to EQ Bank

EQ Bank has been around for a few years now and people are starting to realize that this online bank should be taken seriously. To be realistic, most people are interested in EQ Bank (referral…

Budgeting for the First Time

Budgeting for the first time can be a stressful or exciting thing to do. It’s exciting in the sense that you’ll be on your own for the first time, but it’s stressful because all of…

How to Use Credit Cards to Your Advantage

Your credit card has the potential to be the hardest-working financial tool you have in your wallet. But, you’ll need to make a few key decisions, give it a bit of guidance, and make sure…

Saving Big on Baby Accessories

**This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Kijiji Canada. All opinions are my own. Life with Scarlett has been absolutely amazing. She’s almost seven weeks old and has brought so much…