May 9, 2024
Finance

With most Canadians avoiding their finances, here’s how to break the cycle of financial shame

Have your feelings around money impacted your relationships or caused you to put off important financial tasks? If so, you may be among the more than one-third (36 per cent) of Canadians who are stuck in a cycle of financial shame, according to a recent study from Coast Capital. But it doesn’t have to be

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Finance

This strategy can help you meet your financial New Year’s resolutions

Young woman counting money. Jose Luis Pelaez Inc That includes paying down credit cards, building emergency savings and investing more towards retirement. Experts say the best way to tackle those money goals, and make sure they do not fall by the wayside, is to make them automatic. Many people start with the bills, including rent,

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Loans

2023 year in review: 7 tell-tale signs of the debt trap you have entangled yourself in this year

As the year draws to an end, it’s essential to assess our financial situation, focusing on debt, which can pose a significant challenge, especially for individuals with fixed incomes. A considerable segment of the populace, particularly those with a fixed income, inevitably faces debt. However, indulging in irresponsible borrowing can result in complications. Numerous individuals

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