will any banks take your change without rolling it?
I know a lot of grocery stores have those machines that you dump your change in, but they charge you a percentage, so not worth it. I'm just wondering if any of the banks have put one of those in their...
View ArticleCondo or townhomes
I started working not long ago and planning to start investing in properties. I was looking at condos that are around 20-25 and dont see much that I like in the GTA area. Then over the past few weeks,...
View ArticleCan anyone recommend a good travel card (Aeroplan)?
Hi, I'm collecting aeroplan and usually fly with AC or united. Currently I've only got a MBNA smart cash card. Can anyone recommend a good travel card? Can be paid and non-aeroplan card as long as it...
View ArticleWhats a good VISA card - Points/Cashback?
I currently only have 1 MC (using MBNA right now) and would like to apply for a VISA. What are some good VISA cards I can consider. Looking for either reward points or cashback.
View Article[Merged] TFSA limit raised to $5,500
Good news. http://www.fin.gc.ca/n12/12-151-eng.asp
View ArticleCost of becoming a real estate agent?
Hi does anyone know the cost of becoming a real estate agent? I know you have to take 4 courses and there is a cost associated with that. But then what? What's the cost of joining a broker (typically...
View ArticleRe-Building my Credit
Hello, I am seeking advice on what is the best way to repair and re-built my credit. I've recently viewed my Equifax report and my credit score is "poor". I have an RBC Bank VISA that has been written...
View ArticleIf collecting EI, do I claim CPP against it?
I have just started to collect my CPP. I was laid off work last week and have applied for EI benefits. Will my CPP monies affect what I receive for EI benefits? Thanks very much.
View ArticleHow much to save for kids?
Say for a new born or even unborn children, how much you require to save today to support them till they graduate from university, including their tuition fees? Ignore RESPs for now. If we only take...
View ArticleSelf Employment + T4A
Currently self employed working at a bunch of different stores doing the same type of work. I have a registered business (small business) and an HST number. Last year I made enough that I have to start...
View ArticleLOC account, best use to keep it alive
I got an preapproved line of credit account at around $15k from CIBC a few months ago. I don't really need the money, but I took the account anyway as I figure it could be used for emergency use....
View ArticleStarter home in Tri-City, time to buy now?
My son is getting married soon and he is asking me for a downpayment on a starter home... I've promise him the downpayment before, and I don't mind giving him a break since I can afford his 20%...
View ArticleStudent Banking/Credit Cards
Hey guys, I'm turning 19 soon, and I'm looking to get my own chequing account and credit card. I'm currently on an HSBC Premier Youth account which is fine, but it's a savings account. Scotiabank, RBC...
View ArticleIf you're CC gets declined due to not enough funds, does that affect credit...
Say I got $100 left in CC, but I try buying a $500 thing and it gets declined of course. Does this hit affect credit rating?* *the numbers portrayed in this post and any situation described does not in...
View ArticleGeneral advice on saving vs investing ~$18k
Hi there, wanted some advice, must admit I'm pretty inexperienced with all this investing stuff but eager to learn re: what I should be doing with my money, as I have not been optimizing my savings....
View ArticleHow can I aggregate news from various Canadian sources (too many pay walls)?
First The Globe and Mail started the pay wall and so I click on very few articles. Then Sun Media and the Sunshine girls erect a pay wall http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe...rticle5708700/ Are there...
View ArticleDoes it make sense to buy a 10,000 sq ft house if you can live in an apartment
Lots of people are buying homes and not living in apartments Is this a good idea or is it better to stay in a small apartment ?
View ArticleComfree purchasing experience
After browsing the comfree website I'm looking at purchasing a home from there I'm taking a look at it later tonight and was wondering if anyone has any experiences purchasing a comfree home? I've done...
View ArticleUS$ in TFSA, how does it calculated in contribution
Hi, I am new to investment. I just opened a TFSA TD waterhouse account. Not that I like TDW, just a bit more convenient because I bank with TD. Now say if I want to buy some stocks that trade with USD,...
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