Money management

As dating evolves into a partnership, it’s crucial to tackle meaningful—and sometimes difficult—conversations. One of the most important—yet often avoided—conversations is the “money talk.”

We've all been told to save for a "rainy day", but many Canadians won’t have money left over at the end of today. In 2024, 66% of Canadians had to cut back on saving to cover the high cost of living. So, if that’s the reality, why should Canadian's set money aside for a rainy day when they’re still in the middle of the storm?

From negotiations to the picket line, a strike makes your day-to-day schedule—and your finances—unpredictable. Whether you’re part of a public service, private, or trade union, we’ve addressed four common financial concerns you might have while on strike.

When accessing your credit report, the structure and terminology may seem intimidating—but we’ve got you covered. We’ve pulled together a simple guide on how to make a healthy habit out of accessing and reviewing your credit report on a yearly basis.

Rising costs are taking a toll on nearly all Canadians. However, the impact is felt more acutely by low-income households and those carrying debt. See our insights on how Canadians are coping. 

If you've recently experienced unemployment and are wondering what’s next for you financially, we’ve created a guide to managing your finances as newly unemployed.

Is a deal really a deal if you’re going into debt? We’ve decoded what makes a ‘good deal’ and how even the best bargains can break your budget.

If you shop online, you’ve likely come across a “Buy Now, Pay Later” option on the checkout page. We’ve broken down the information you need to know before you buy now and pay later.

If you’re thinking about withdrawing from your RRSP to pay off debt, make sure you consider the consequences before deciding to dip into your retirement savings.

To help you understand the implications of an interest rate increase, we’re breaking down why the Bank of Canada made the increase and what it might mean for you.

The benefits of holding a family finance meeting—finding new budgeting strategies, ways to cut unnecessary expenses, reducing financial stress—are countless and the results might surprise you.

We’ve pulled together 6 of our best strategies that can get you out of debt and back to being you.

The relationship between your financial and mental health is a close one. Explore tips on how you can manage your finances to improve your mental health.

When it comes to credit, what you don’t know can hurt you. We’ve created a simple guide on how to access, understand, and improve your credit score.

Have you ever set a financial goal only to let old spending habits take over? Discover your spending personality type to see how you could be held back financially.

Recognizing debt warning signs can help you ditch bad financial habits and prevent serious debt problems. Learn about some common warning signs.

If you have outstanding income tax debt with the CRA, you should deal with it sooner than later. Options are available to help you overcome income tax debt.

Setting achievable financial goals gives you a sense of direction, helps guide decision-making, and is a source of motivation.