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Brew Your Wealth: Make Your Cuppa at Home
If you’re anything like me, the day doesn’t truly begin until that first sip of tea… or maybe it’s coffee in your case. It’s a comforting ritual, a moment of indulgence amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life. It kickstarts the day, and in my case, the brain. But what if I told you…
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Index Funds – What You Need to Know
Many Canadians are still new, or even virginal, investors. I was too, until about 10 years ago, and we all have to start somewhere, don’t we? So how do you know what to buy or what not to buy? Well, that is the question, isn’t it? When I started out, I paid my bank every…
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Time To Get Your Side Hustle On
Sometimes one income just isn’t enough. After my divorce I found myself in dire straits and in need of additional income to get me through the first couple of years. I had to find something that matched my skills and time available, but also didn’t leave me completely exhausted by the end of the day….
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Get Your Head Out of the Sand – Pay The Debt!
Today, I woke up in a cold sweat—which is unusual in itself since I’m going through that stage of life that hot sweats are a little more common. I’m going through a financial squeeze right now with some hefty dental work for both myself and my kiddo (who is in post-secondary education). With almost $15k…
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Your Kid vs Your Retirement
I was shocked this week when I read about the recent survey[i], 3-4 Parents Find It Harder To Save For Their Child’s Future[ii], by Embark Student Corp. The survey has revealed that a majority of Canadian parents are anxious about financing their children’s university education but remain committed to making sacrifices to support their kids’…
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Welcome to the Jungle of Personal Finance Management!
In the words of Guns and Roses, “Welcome to the Jungle” of personal finance management. This is a space where I promise to support you through your financial transformation. As a financially savvy 50-something who navigated the rather tumultuous waters of divorce and single parenthood in my 40s, I stand as a testament to the…