Newcomers to Canada

8 financial mistakes newcomers to Canada make—and how to avoid them

Starting over in a new country means relearning the basics, including personal finance. Vickram Agarwal shares his hard-won experiences.

Newcomers to Canada

Buying a car in Canada: 7 tips for newcomers

What you need to know about buying and leasing, credit scores, auto insurance and more.

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How to improve your credit score with rent payments in Canada

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Canada has new rules for high-interest loans—here they are

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Credit Canada

Newcomers to Canada

Auto loans for newcomers—questions to ask when buying your first car in Canada​

Buying your first car in Canada is like any other major purchase. Ask a lot of questions, not just...

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Secured loans vs. unsecured personal loans: Which should Canadians get?

Before taking out a loan, learn the differences between these two types, which has better interest rates, and which...

Retirement

How to plan for retirement when you have no pension

Practical advice on how to build your retirement savings for employees at mid-career, the self-employed, single parents and more.

Newcomers to Canada

New to Canada? A new way to transfer your credit score

Equifax launches foreign credit score sourcing program for newcomers, building on a similar service offered by Nova Credit.

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How to build credit history in Canada

Your credit score matters when you apply for a credit card, apartment lease or loan in Canada. Here’s how...