Everything you need to know about down payments when purchasing a home

Apr 04, 2019

Understanding down payment rules for a mortgage will bring you one step closer to being a home-buyer....

Fixed vs. variable rate mortgages: Which option is right for you?

Apr 02, 2019

Why choosing the right mortgage isn't always about finding the lowest rate....

6 cost-effective ways to add value to your home

Apr 01, 2019

Giving your home a simple facelift can make a big impact when it comes to your home's property value....

Federal Budget 2019 - Special Bulletin

Mar 20, 2019

This budget summary was prepared from within the official media lock-up in Ottawa by Doug Carroll, head of tax, estate & financial planning with Meridian. ...

Fifty tax-filing tips for the 2018 tax year

Mar 05, 2019

While we must each pay our fair share, we’re still entitled to legally arrange our affairs to minimize tax. Doing so effectively means taking time-to-plan, and now that it’s time-to-report, here are 50 tips to help you claim all the deductions and benefits you’re entitled to receive. ...

Four ways a TFSA can help you meet your financial goals

Jan 09, 2019

A TFSA isn’t just for long-term savings and retirement. As the cost of living and general expenses increases each year, a TFSA can help you meet your ongoing savings goals. ...

Avoiding frauds and scams

Jan 03, 2019

When it comes to locking down your privacy, security and money, common sense is your first line of defense. Be on guard for these common types of scams and frauds – and know what to do if you become a victim....

Top five things you need to know about TFSA's

Dec 27, 2018

By now you probably know that TFSAs are registered accounts where your savings can grow tax free. Yet there are many things you may NOT know about these handy accounts, and this means you could be missing out on a good financial opportunity....

How to have a debt-free holiday season

Dec 10, 2018

When it comes to enjoying a debt-free holiday season, the sooner you start planning and saving, the more likely you are to be successful....

Making the most of RESP grants

Nov 27, 2018

As a parent you want to take optimal advantage of RESPs and education grants - this cheat sheet based on your child's age can get you there....

Market pullback? This is the time when financial planning really matters

Oct 15, 2018

A market pullback may have investors getting nervous, but looking at it from a financial planning perspective can help give it better context. ...

Ways to weather your way through your debt

Sep 26, 2018

Credit helps us get established in life, but large debt can feel overwhelming. Here are some meteorologically-themed strategies to begin dealing with it....

Six effective ways to save big on back to school shopping

Aug 28, 2018

Use these tips to get you through one of the biggest shopping seasons of the year....

Five effective ways to quickly pay down school debt

Aug 23, 2018

Lingering student debt can create a number of obstacles as you embark on the next phase of your life....

How I made a 100,000% credit card interest gaffe

Aug 16, 2018

No, no ... I wasn’t charged 100,000% interest by my credit card issuer, but I did literally gasp aloud at my own gaffe when I opened my statement recently....

A loan for home improvements - Points to ponder

Aug 14, 2018

The best first step to home improvement is knowing how much you can afford, so you can focus on making the vision in your mind today your lifestyle tomorrow....

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