Articles By Renée Sylvestre-Williams:

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Financial literacy

Credit scores and credit reports: What newcomers to Canada need to know

Credit scores and credit reports: What newcomers to Canada need to know
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Renting

Decorating with stuff you already own

Elias Blunden-Stone of The Room Editor shares the pitfalls of redecorating from scratch and the best ways to restore a...

Decorating with stuff you already own
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GICs

Why GICs might be a better investment than stocks and bonds

Why GICs might be a better investment than stocks and bonds
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Spend

The real cost of being single

For unpartnered people, everything from housing to grocery shopping comes with a higher price tag. Here’s what you should...

The real cost of being single

Mortgages

Understanding mortgage affordability

Mortgage affordability provides an estimate of how much money you can afford to borrow for a home. Learn more...

Understanding mortgage affordability
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Save

A reality check on financial FOMO

A reality check on financial FOMO
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Renting

Want to save money as a renter? Don’t cheap out on these 5 things

Trying to save on these essentials could cost you much more in the long run. Here's what to know.

Want to save money as a renter? Don’t cheap out on these 5 things
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Home Insurance

Is my house covered if I’m not living there? Vacant home insurance, explained

Not home often? Depending on the details, you may need vacant home insurance to protect your home. Here’s what...

Is my house covered if I’m not living there? Vacant home insurance, explained
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Investing

How GICs can help you save for your short-term goals

How GICs can help you save for your short-term goals