With changes to the registration system implemented last November by the Ministry of Forests, Lands & Resource Operations, you’ll want to be sure you know the rules before you head out onto the back roads. Take our quiz and see how off-road savvy you are.
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Insurance coverage can be tricky to shop for, because it requires making specific financial decisions about some hazy and unpredictable concepts. Depending on the type of insurance you’re looking into, you might find yourself pondering some downright uncomfortable questions: What would happen if I get sick the day I’m supposed to leave for the three-week European vacation I’ve been planning forever? What would happen if … Continue reading Insurance Fundamentals
Picture this scenario: you’re steering your shopping cart through the sliding doors of the supermarket, shopping list in hand. As you walk the aisles, there’s a strategy you can use to save an average of 33% on your entire purchase. It doesn’t require any coupon cutting or signing up for rewards cards. And the best part? You still get every single item on your list. … Continue reading Breaking Up with Name Brands
Asking the right questions is an important part of every financial decision you make, and home ownership is no exception. If you’ve been thinking about buying a place, preliminary research will turn up a long checklist of questions for you to ask at every part of the process; from finances to mortgage options, and even the questions that you’ll have for your real estate agent. But … Continue reading 4 Questions to Ask Before You Sign a Mortgage
The thought of buying your first home is exciting but before you get caught up in all that excitement you’ll want to be sure you have a solid financial foundation in place. Here’s what you should know about your finances.
We’ve all seen the coverage of the recent Fort McMurray wildfires and the aftermath as individuals and families deal with the circumstances the best they can. Unfortunately in BC, we’re no stranger to wildfires and the devastating affect they can have. In 2015 there were 1836 wildfires in BC which accounted for a staggering 280,465 hectares burned. The record-breaking hot and dry conditions are expected … Continue reading Are you Prepared for an Emergency?
You’re looking for a home: should you rent or buy? The right answer is about more than the mortgage payment. In fact, finalizing the details of a mortgage is really the last step in a complex decision process. There’s a big difference between renting and owning, and the question of which is better for you is a highly personal one that will take into account … Continue reading Buy or Rent: Which One is Right for You?
The TFSA and RRSP are always a hot topic at this time of year, but what’s the difference and which should you be investing in? Our guide breaks it down for you.
TRUE OR FALSE? Only people with high net worth should work with a financial advisor. It’s the biggest misconception out there, and we hear it time and time again. Whether you’ve just graduated and are starting a career, saving for your first home or looking at shifting gears into parenthood, or even retirement, it helps to have a financial professional in your corner. Even if … Continue reading 3 Benefits of Working with a Financial Advisor
Are you feeling the crunch from your holiday spending? Despite best intentions, the holidays seem to encourage over indulgence.
