Debt is Not the Problem

That’s right. You heard me. The reason you are reading this blog, the reason you watch Till Debt Do Us Part and Princess, the reason you search this website, is …

Savings How much and What for

Buy Now, Pain Later

By Christi Posner I struggle with impulse spending. I can justify any purchase if I want it badly enough. Being a professional in personal finance though, if I talk the …

Help! Expenses more than Income

The Joneses are BROKE!

By Christi Posner Doesn’t it feel like your neighbours, your family, and your friends are always getting pretty, shiny new things? One day your co-worker has a new iPad, the …

money and coins

What is the role of the Credit Bureau?

By Betty Burwell, Home Economist Answer: Provincial laws govern credit bureaus so rules and regulations vary. Credit bureaus offer credit history to financial institutions, credit card issuers, retailers and oil companies. …

Budgeting Basics

An Adult with an Allowance

By Christi Posner I am guilty of this. My mom and sister are guilty of this. My co-workers are guilty of this. Someone compliments you on your new pair of …

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Managing A Student Loan

Student loans can be a wonderful resource when you are going through college or university but they won’t put you on easy street. The amount of money that is given …