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Making It

What to look for in your first job after graduation—besides a good salary

New grads are often shouldering debt, and many hope to land their first job quickly. Here are some factors...

What to look for in your first job after graduation—besides a good salary
Janelle Dito

My MoneySense

Credit card mistakes and the secret to avoiding the impulse buy

FICO’s Jenelle Dito shares personal lessons around credit and how finlit impacts her job educating about credit scores.

Credit card mistakes and the secret to avoiding the impulse buy
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Mortgages

The best 5-year fixed mortgage rates in Canada

You have so many options for finding the best mortgage rate for you. Here’s how you can compare some...

The best 5-year fixed mortgage rates in Canada
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Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: May 28, 2023

Making sense of the markets this week: May 28, 2023
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Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: May 21, 2023

Making sense of the markets this week: May 21, 2023
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Ask a Planner

Should you claim the principal residence exemption on a property you bought your child?

You can claim a property that your child lives in as your principal residence if it is legally or...

Should you claim the principal residence exemption on a property you bought your child?
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Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: May 14, 2023

Making sense of the markets this week: May 14, 2023
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Financial Planning

Women and money: Taking control of your personal finances

Stats show that many high-performing women leave money decisions to their partners—why is that?

Women and money: Taking control of your personal finances
Reads: MoneyShow Virtual Event, Investing in Real Estate with Lauren Haw, Lisa Hannam and Justin Dallaire

Investing

MoneySense at the MoneyShow: Investing in Real Estate in 2023

Here’s how to get your free ticket to attend the MoneyShow Canada Virtual Expo.

MoneySense at the MoneyShow: Investing in Real Estate in 2023