Our Rocekt Money Review will give you a feel for how Rocket Money works and why you would benefit from using it! Rocket Money is a personal finance tool that helps you take control of your finances by giving you the ability to see where your money is going- and if you’re being overcharged...

Yes, you can get cash just for getting what you need at most stores; you’ve got cash back apps and cash back from the store using your debit card. You might be thinking, “Aren’t they kinda the same thing?” Well, not exactly! Cash back programs are like your digital buddies, always ready to...

Are you tired of overpriced gym memberships that don’t live up to their promises? Fret not! Even people living a frugal lifestyle can afford to get to the gym and get in shape. I’ve got you covered with a comprehensive list of the 9 cheapest gym membership options and alternative fitness...

PayPal is fantastic for sending invoices and receiving payments for any business or freelancer, but reducing your operation costs would undoubtedly be great. Yeah, you can get free PayPal money and get paid for your hard work, but are the fees going to ruin your bottom line? Although fees are...

A great way to save money, and also earn some extra cash, is with Rakuten. Haven’t you heard of Rakuten before? Well, you’re in luck! In our Rakuten review, we are going to show you the pros and cons of using this cash back app, as well as how to use it to get the best results. You can get a...

Have you ever bought something only to find it cheaper somewhere else? It’s so frustrating to shop online and miss those deals! But what if I told you that there was a way to find incredible deals with little to no effort required on your part? Enter Capital One Shopping to help save you...

Have you ever been shopping online, go to check out, and be asked for a coupon code, but you don’t have one? I certainly have, and as I try to be savvy and save money, I switch to Google and spend time scrolling through the search results to find a coupon code that will work. But that takes...

Sometimes, you get free service for a month or two, but paying for internet racks up a lot after your freebie trial. Then, your bill increases to $60 per month when your promo is up. That’s over $700 a year, and many low-income families can’t afford that. But you don’t have to pay for internet...

Gas prices can quickly eat away at your budget. But fear not- there are some exciting ways to get free gas and alleviate the burden of high fuel costs. We’ll look into various strategies to help you obtain those coveted free gas cards and free gas vouchers and save money on gas with cash back...

It’s no secret that everyone loves getting cash back and rewards on their purchases. But, it can be hard to know which cash back apps offer the best deals. With so many different cash back apps and programs out there, it can be tough to figure out which one is the best money-making app for...

If you’re looking to start living a more frugal life and save as much money as you can, this is the perfect place to start. Coupons are a great way of saving money on your purchases, whether you’re shopping online or in-store. And you don’t have to dig around online for your own coupons- they...

This week, thousands of residents and tourists were forced to evacuate the town of Jasper, Alberta, which is currently under threat of wildfire. The final damage numbers have yet to come. Last year, Canada experienced a record-breaking wildfire season. Unlike in previous years, nearly every...

Ask MoneySense I own a corporation (100%), and it has some money in it. I also own my house, which is fully paid up. Can I, with my corporation’s money, buy my own house—essentially to take out money tax free—to then rent the house to myself at a fair market value? —Parmod Transfer a...

In 2024, severe weather caused record-breaking property damage across Canada. Home owners and insurers are reeling from the impacts of multiple disasters, including floods in Toronto, Southern Ontario, British Columbia and Quebec; the wildfire in Jasper, Alta.; and a hailstorm in Calgary...

Whether you’re a graduating student or are just starting your career, moving out of your parents’ house is a significant milestone. But with rising rents and increased costs of living, there are various financial aspects to consider before you make this big decision. Here’s a 10-step plan to...

Landlord insurance, true to its name, is a type of policy for people who rent out a room, an apartment or a house to tenants. Also known as rental property insurance, it has some key differences from home insurance—the biggest one being coverage for loss of rental income, in the event that your...

Home insurance is important, but no one loves paying for it—especially when household budgets are tight. That’s why Canadians open their browsers and search for things like “cheap home insurance” and “how to save on home insurance.” Any insurance professional will tell you there’s no easy...

A down payment is a big step for home buyers, but definitely not the only one. As a realtor in the Halifax market, Sandra Pike estimates less than half of buyers she sees are actually ready to buy a home. Many have some of the pieces in place, but not the full suite. “A lot of them say, ‘Okay...

As summer kicks into high gear, many Canadians are planning to head out of town for a vacation, whether it’s a weekend at the cottage or a month-long tour of Europe. But getting that rest and relaxation can bring a new source of stress. According to a Leger survey conducted for Allstate...

Mortgage rates continue to tick higher, and the impact is being felt in housing markets across Canada, according to the latest affordability data from Ratehub.ca. The June edition of the study, which is conducted monthly to record affordability conditions in real time, found conditions eroded in...