The pandemic brought a ton of new habits into our day-to-day lives. Whether it’s having a hand sanitizer in your bag, adding a contactless door opener to your keychain, or staying six feet far from people in public places, each one of us has an updated set of daily steps and social norms.

If you’ve spent more than a week or two in quarantine, one of the new habits you'd …

As spring break creeps closer and closer there are more Canadians planning on getting away from it all. It's traditional for most, and this is the time numerous Canadian families plan their vacations. Some even take out payday loans to take a little break.

For college students, the break is an alleviation from the chaos of college classes and other stress. For adult Canadians, it is a must needed break …

Cyber Monday is finally here and we thought we would help shoppers out just a bit. The bottom line here is to save money, right? Cyber Monday is right next to Black Friday and it was established so no shoppers would feel left out. Now, you are supposed to be choosy! Don't fall into every deal you see until you compare it. Canadians shouldn't impulse shop just because a cyber …

Preparing your small business for the holidays is of critical importance! It's not something any small business owner should handle with levity. The good news here is that there are numerous reliable steps that you can leverage to put things in order. Any small retailer should want to hear the "cha-ching" of their cash register, so planning for upcoming holiday sales will definitely help.

The right software can help small …

Father's Day is right around the corner so it only made sense to talk about the impact fathers have had in their children's lives, specifically in how they have learned to manage money.  

We learn a great deal from our parents and those closest to us, some good, some practical and some not so much. When it comes to finances, dad is often the key character most young adults have …

It might seem impossible, but a family-friendly budget for Canada Day is totally achievable. Canada Day isn't so much about spending like millionaires, as it is about celebrating history. It is about acknowledging a day close to our hearts.

P.S. If you are a migrant and don't know much about Canada Day, you can read Desmond Morton's: "A Short History Of Canada." It is much like Memorial Day within …

Mothers Day is almost upon us and it is definitely time to begin planning, but where to start?  Most begin with a financial plan -- Okay maybe that's taking things too far but you do need to get the cash together. After all, how else are you going to get that special present?

You'll find that we are all about staying on a budget here.  There are many ways …

Valentines Day: it's one of the most commercialized holidays out of the year, next to Christmas.  There is no doubt that this particular day can take a toll on an individuals wallet, but why?  Through the years, Cupid has appeared to present the idea that the only way for lovers to express love and care for one another is through spending that hard earned money , but how much truth …

While you probably feel all "shopped-out" after the holidays, you may be surprised that this time of the year is a great time to keep shopping. Boxing Day Sales are generally stressful. However, January offers no less impressive discounts on goods. It is a great month to shop but save big.

The electronics section is a great place to start. Unfortunately, this is not the best time for …

A new year can be many things for different people. Many see it as a fresh start and a chance to take up new things that will improve their lives. In the spirit of the moment, it's often exciting to celebrate the new year in style. However, if you cannot afford to do much financially, then you might want to stick to a budget for your new year celebration.

Creating …