7
Jul

These three common inflation myths don’t describe what is happening right now

Chances are at least some of what you think you know about inflation is wrong.
The same holds true for all of us. Not even the supposed experts claim immaculate foresight when it comes to predicting or managing inflation.

3
Jul

Your checklist to comprehensively trim your budget and beat inflation

A little bit of planning and a review of your monthly expenses can go a long way toward saving some of your hard-earned cash, Lesley-Anne Scorgie writes.

1
Jul

The world’s most liveable cities

Life is getting back to normal, if not quite everywhere. Here’s the Economist’s global city livability index.

29
Jun

Posthaste: Canada’s housing correction has started — what’s surprising is its speed

Our economy is among the world’s most vulnerable to housing downturn

26
Jun

Planning a group vacation with friends? Read this first so you’re still friendly after the trip

Here’s how to split the bills and still remain friends, Lesley-Anne Scorgie writes.

24
Jun

When the World Gives You Lemons … Make a Stand

Lemonade stands have adapted for sour times, raising funds and creating fun along the way.

22
Jun

What comes next: stagflation or a recession?

As anyone who has read a bear-market headline has gathered by now, the economic outlook is turning ugly. The question that lingers is just what form of ugliness it will take.

19
Jun

Are you making any of these 5 common mistakes with your RRSP?

This investment tool is a great way to save for retirement, but only if you’re using it correctly.

17
Jun

Worried about airport delays? What travel insurance will – and won’t – cover

If you’re planning to board a plane in the near future, pack your patience, travel insurance policy – and a notebook.

15
Jun

Before you add those new shoes to your cart, stop yourself: you’re impulse buying. Here’s how to break the cycle

If you can learn to identify some of the physical effects you feel when you get the urge to impulse buy, you can begin to consciously acknowledge what’s happening — and choose not to buy, Lesley-Anne Scorgie writes.