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10
Nov

Why the U.S. economy is booming while Canada’s economy stalls

Here are the key reasons why Canada and the U.S. are trending in different directions and what it means for interest rates.

5
Nov

You Snooze, You … Win?

Smashing that alarm button may not be all that bad. But sleep experts say there may be better ways to wake up. “There’s science, and then there’s habit.”

3
Nov

What Expert Mountaineers Can Teach You About Accomplishing Your Most Daunting Tasks

Though the stakes are completely different, the odds of launching a successful business are probably comparable to successfully summiting Everest. But we do it anyway. And launching is just the first step. It’s the base camp of being an entrepreneur. The climb continues for as long as you have a business.

1
Nov

Will you outlive your money? Here’s how to find out

We all have many financial questions, but probably the biggest is: Will I be financially OK for the rest of my life? This is especially concerning during times of trouble like these.

28
Oct

Follow these five steps to put an end to your financial fears

Scrap the narrative that you’re ‘bad with money,’ writes Lesley-Anne Scorgie, and channel your slow-and-steady inner tortoise.

26
Oct

Investors should consider these ideas before year-end to save tax

After-tax returns are the only kind that can be spent or reinvested. There’s still time before year-end to keep the tax man at bay for 2023. Consider these ideas.

24
Oct

When Should You Get Life Insurance?

When it comes to buying life insurance, younger is usually better

21
Oct

Homeowners on the brink face tough choice of selling home as mortgage payments climb

As more and more homeowners face mortgage renewals at surprisingly higher interest rates, some are facing the dreaded prospect of having to sell a home they can no longer afford. While that option may be on the table, there are steps financially stretched homeowners can take before putting a “For Sale” sign on their front lawn.

19
Oct

These five mindsets are costing you money. Here’s how to shake them

Reframing the narrative so that it’s kind and helpful to you instead of being discouraging is the first step, Lesley-Anne Scorgie writes.

17
Oct

How Much Coffee Is Too Much Coffee?

Coffee is linked with lots of health benefits, but most of the risks come from the caffeine.