Is it better to pay down our mortgage or ramp up contributions to our teen’s RESP?
Making accelerated mortgage payments can pay down a mortgage faster. But what about other financial goals, like RESPs? How...
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Should you borrow to pay expenses on an investment property?
Garry, who’s retired, needs additional cash to cover the cost of maintaining a property he rents out. Should he...
Will applying for a credit card tank my credit scores?
The answer is…complicated. But it’s definitely worth your while to understand why—and what you can do to stay creditworthy...
Why making credit card minimum payments can hurt your credit rating
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“We’re outgrowing our family vehicle, but we don’t want a minivan. What are the best options?”
Even though he has three years left on his current vehicle loan, Andrew wonders if it makes sense to...
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“Who’ll pay for the cottage if I die?”
Having a mortgage doesn’t necessarily mean you need life insurance coverage equal to the amount you owe on it.