Why a reverse mortgage should be a last resort for most Canadian retirees
Reverse mortgages do the job of freeing up income for house-rich, cash-poor Canadian seniors. But their terms are often...
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Open bidding in Ontario: Game-changer or business as usual?
An Ontario law came into effect last year, designed to add transparency to the home-bidding process. Has it changed...
PC Optimum points: How it works and best ways to earn
If you frequently shop at Loblaw-affiliated stores, the right PC Financial Mastercard or a PC Money Account can help...
Visa vs. Mastercard: What are the differences—and do they matter?
Some people care about which of the two logos appears on their credit card. Here’s why it shouldn’t make...
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Canada’s inflation rate falls to 2.5%, paving way for another interest rate cut
The inflation reading gives some economists more confidence that the Bank of Canada will cut its benchmark interest rate...
A parents’ guide to home down payment gifts and loans
Many parents loan or gift money to their adult children for real estate purchases. Here are the legal and...
Why is the cost of hearing aids so expensive in Canada?
Many Canadians live with hearing loss, but many don’t get hearing aids. One reason: the high cost. Here’s how...
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Making sense of the markets this week: August 18, 2024
Falling U.S. inflation leads to rate cut certainty, Walmart’s strong quarter, Barrick beats Franco-Nevada for the gold metal, and...