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Whether it’s a financial crisis caused by a forest fire, a flood, or a more common crisis like unemployment, unexpected emergencies happen and usually at the worst possible time – or so it seems. The best way to manage through a financial emergency is to follow the motto of the Boy Scouts "Be prepared." This means having a well thought out emergency plan to minimize any potential risks. To help you get through an unexpected crisis, we've outlined a number of action steps to take.
Moving out on your own is a big step in becoming financially independent of your parents and taking full responsibility for your own financial wellbeing. To make this a positive and lasting experience, there are a number of factors to consider before taking this step, the first one being how much rent you can afford. Find out how to figure this out and what else you need to know.
Credit cards can be your friend or foe. It all depends how you use them and your overall financial situation. Life can also throw us curve balls sometimes. To make sure we’re prepared for the unexpected, it’s wise to take steps to maintain a positive credit rating and avoid common credit card mistakes. Here are five ways people can damage their credit rating when using credit cards.
Life and health insurance are important tools to protect your family, yourself, and what you’ve worked hard for and should be included in almost everyone’s financial plan. The interesting thing is that life insurance is no longer what you remember your parents talking about. Things have changed dramatically to help more Canadians get the coverage they need at a price they can afford.