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9 Ways to “Beat” the Stock Market

Rather than thinking about beating the return on the stock market, you need to learn how to make the most of your investing plan. Here are 9 ways to [...] read more »
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Buying on eBay: What My Husband Learned About Negotiating

My husband discovered a new way of bargaining on eBay -- one that didn't include always having to get in a bidding war. He has two basic techniques [...] read more »
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How Can I Invest Like The Rich People?

Yesterday I went to a party and my friend’s son Jim asked me this very thing. I was inspired by the young man because he just graduated college and w[...] read more »
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What Should I Do With My RRSP?

I put my RRSP contributions on hold since changing careers; now that I have a defined benefit pension I'm wondering what should I do with my RRSP? read more »
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Does market volatility affect your day to day life?

The good news for me, is the stock market did not affect my day to day life mostly because I do not depend on my portfolio to live and pay the bills. read more »
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Is Your Home Really Going To Be A Retirement Asset?

It is true that your home is likely to be your biggest purchase, but it may not do to rely too heavily on your home's equity for retirement. read more »
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Should You Start Your Own Business?

Many dream of the day when they run their own business. But are you suited for it. Should you start your own business? Some some considerations in st[...] read more »
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Good Customer Service: Finish What You Start

Good customer service is about finishing what you start. As we moved into our new house I've seen the good, bad and ugly side of customer service. read more »
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Wardrobe Shopping Tips for Job Interviews

If you’re in the line of work where online job applications are all you need to worry about, good for you. But many people still need to worry about [...] read more »
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Rising Foreclosure Risk

The risk of foreclosure rising is happening in the United States. The economy struggles along and the prospect of rising foreclosures continues to pl[...] read more »
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$2 Per Gallon Gasoline IS Possible

I will even state that 50 cent per litre gasoline in Canada is entirely possible.
How can I make this outlandish a statement? First a lot of Canad[...] read more »
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10 Ways to Get Ahead at Work

Many of us are looking for ways to get ahead at work. Whether it’s looking for a promotion, or whether you are looking to get a new job, or whether y[...] read more »
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Can You Really Attend College without Borrowing?

With outstanding student loan debt now surpassing credit card debt in the U.S., it has become clear that most of us accept student debt as a normal c[...] read more »
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Don’t Believe These 3 Mortgage Myths

Mortgage rates are low, and it is tempting to buy a new house, or refinance. Before you get too excited about the latest mortgage rates, it’s importa[...] read more »
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15 Items that Should be in Your Medicine Cabinet

A well-stocked cabinet can save you time -- and money. Here are 15 items to include in your medicine cabinet. read more »
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