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Making sense of the Bank of Canada interest rate decision on March 18, 2026

The Bank of Canada holds its key rate at 2.25%, keeping variable mortgage rates and savings returns steady amid...

Making sense of the Bank of Canada interest rate decision on March 18, 2026
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Estate Planning

Don’t inherit a crisis: How to manage a parent’s debt before they pass

Learn how to protect your family from inherited debt, unexpected taxes, and estate pitfalls. Experts share tips on wills,...

Don’t inherit a crisis: How to manage a parent’s debt before they pass
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Should you pay off a personal loan early?

Paying off a personal loan early can save interest, but it’s not always the best use of extra cash....

Should you pay off a personal loan early?
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The state of the Canadian used car market: Trends, insurance, and the true cost of ownership

Used car prices remain high in 2026, pushing buyers to put down less and finance more. Here’s how insurance...

The state of the Canadian used car market: Trends, insurance, and the true cost of ownership

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Financial paralysis and how to get moving again

Financial stress can lead to avoidance and inaction. A new report shows how debt is fuelling financial paralysis—and practical...

Financial paralysis and how to get moving again
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Debt

Is buy now, pay later a road to more debt? 

Expedia is offering buy now, pay later with Affirm, giving travelers flexible payment options—but could spreading out costs lead...

Is buy now, pay later a road to more debt? 
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How to unwind a spousal loan

A lot of spousal loans and other prescribed rate loans were established over the past 10 years. How do...

How to unwind a spousal loan
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Debt

Holiday debt hangover: How to get your finances back on track

Many Canadians start the year with credit card debt and stretched budgets. Learn practical strategies to manage holiday...

Holiday debt hangover: How to get your finances back on track

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How to improve your chances of being approved for a personal loan

If you’re applying for a personal loan, chances are it’s not because everything is going perfectly. Maybe you’re juggling...

How to improve your chances of being approved for a personal loan

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