Entrepreneurship has become a somewhat trendy career path. We’re inundated daily by pictures of people working remotely on tropical beaches, and videos of teenagers driving luxury cars. With these kinds of ideas and notions bombarding you literally every single day, it’s hard not to daydream about making billions and getting rich. Especially without having to clock in and out at a place that you literally dread working at.

Going into …

Any individual who wishes to achieve financial health must first obtain multiple streams of income. In business and in life, a singular source of revenue is simply not enough. Many people work as employees for various businesses or corporations. They are generally paid a salary which allows them to live (somewhat) comfortably. More often than not, so long as working people are able to pay the bills, they have no …

When you're contemplating whether to save or invest, you have to weigh the option that's most suitable for your financial situation. Of course, you can do both at once. However, there are times when you can only do one at the moment. Suppose you have a great job, good benefits, and excess in funds, perhaps investing some of that excess is right for you. However, if you work a traditional …

We’ve already covered credit card fraud on this blog, and in this article we’ll talk some more about fraud and how to prevent it.

According to the 2012 CSA Investor Index, 27% of Canadians believe that they have been targeted for investment fraud at some point. 4.6% of Canadians believe they’ve been the victims of investment fraud. Over half of those affected lost their entire investment. Nearly all the rest …

It is always a good idea to save for the future, but RRSPs and TFSAs aren’t the only options. If approached correctly, smart investments in the stock market have a lot of potential to make you extra money.

Especially over the years.

Wouldn’t that be nice?

The stock market is complicated and ever-changing so it can feel quite intimidating. However, with the right info and support, making your first investment …

It’s a sad fact that most Canadians are not very well educated in personal finance. Even if you know your ETFs from your TFSAs, though, it can sometimes be useful to have a second pair of eyes. This is where financial advisers come in. Whether you want to reduce your debt burden , invest your inheritance wisely , or get the best value for money in the property market, a …

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In 2013 and 2014, the average cost of one year’s tuition at a Canadian college was almost $6000. Students also face high and rising costs for textbooks, study materials, accommodation, and other living expenses.

The cost of education is expected to rise every year for the foreseeable future, so it is more important than ever to make smart financial plans for …