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The 5 Financial Habits that Changed My Life
I don’t try to hide the fact that we used to be pretty sucky with our finances. Although we never let things get too out of hand, I finally accept the fact that we used to waste most of our income. ...
Continue reading full story View CommentsWhat to do with $10,000 Right Now
For most people, getting a windfall of $10,000-through an inheritance, a severance payment or a small lottery win on the weekly Scratch ‘N Win card-can make a huge difference in their lives. Whether you invest in your small business, save...
Continue reading full story View CommentsCheap American Flights threaten Canadian Airport Business
The promise of cheaper flights is driving many Canadians across the border to U.S. airports — costing millions of dollars in lost revenue in Canada — but the federal government says it won’t subsidize air travel. The trend of more...
Continue reading full story View CommentsHarder for Gen Y First-Time Home Buyers to Get Into Market?
Andrew MacLeod is part of demographic that apparently is being priced out of Canada’s housing market, but that didn’t prevent the 34-year-old from finding a way to buy his first home. MacLeod and his wife, 33, overcame current economic hurdles...
Continue reading full story View CommentsWhy We Need Higher Property Taxes. Really.
When Canadian cities want to build infrastructure, they politely request provincial and federal funding-and then beg, cry, slobber, stomp their feet, hold their breath and turn blue until they get their money. You’d think our mayors would resent a system...
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