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Lemon Dill Cucumber Salad With Feta (Keto, Low-Carb)

BEST CUCUMBER SALAD WITH FRESH FLAVOUR AND CRUNCH I wanted to create an easy cucumber salad bursting with flavour and fresh herbs as our first summer salad dish.  This Lemon Dill Cucumber Salad with Feta is perfect for a keto diet and inspired by one of my favourites, the Greek Salad. During the summer months… Read more

What Is Considered Bad Debt? : May 2019 Budget Update

UNDERSTANDING HOW DEBT AFFECTS YOUR FINANCIAL HEALTH IS CRUCIAL I believe Canadians will forever be reading about bad debt in the news because it’s the kind of debt that cripples us financially the most. Although it’s nice to have ‘wants’ it’s also important to take care of ‘needs’ first and to avoid consumer debt at… Read more

5 Budget Spreadsheet Expenses Not To Forget

UNDERSTANDING YOUR EXPENSES WILL BETTER YOUR BUDGET SUCCESS When creating your budget spreadsheet there are critical expenses that you always want to account for. Unfortunately, your budget will never consist of exclusive controllable expenses because we don’t dictate costs for everything we own. One of the hardest things Mrs. CBB did this week was explaining… Read more

10 Budget Curb Appeal Updates To Consider Before Selling

SELLING YOUR HOUSE STARTS FROM THE OUTSIDE IN WITH CURB APPEAL Curb appeal will almost always have a powerful impact as to whether a prospective buyer wants to see the inside of the house you are selling. Being the house on the block who needs to rent a goat just to mow through tall grass… Read more

8 Steps For Managing Debt Problems Successfully

HOW TO SET YOUR DEBT ON FIRE ONCE AND FOR ALL The cost of debt is high and finding a way to manage debt problems successfully is no easy task but not impossible. Stop worrying about the average credit card debt, grocery budget, monthly income and start worrying about crushing your debt crisis. Earlier this… Read more

The Great Canadian Keto Butter Tarts

VARIATIONS OF KETO BUTTER TARTS TO DIE FOR Just in time for Canada Day, these Keto Butter Tarts will be part of our celebrations this year and every month in between. Hours after I landed in Canada from the UK I was introduced to the iconic Canadian Old-Fashioned Butter Tarts from my wife. She insisted… Read more

The Ultimate Guide When Searching For Your First Apartment

Are You Ready To Move Out On Your Own? As a past renter myself I’ve documented these 10 tips to help ease your stress while searching for your first apartment. You’re not alone with the frustration of the unknown rental world and with this comes big responsibility that goes beyond just your finances. You’ll want… Read more

5 Smart Tips To Avoid A Personal Debt Crisis

DEBT LURKS BEHIND CORNERS YOU THOUGHT WERE SEALED At least once a month I get an email from someone who is ashamed of the debt crisis they’ve created and want help to pay off the debt. Everyone’s debt crisis will differ on a situational basis but the biggest culprit is personal debt. It’s heartbreaking to… Read more

Tips to Select the Best Small Business Loan Rates

TAKE YOUR BUSINESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL Engaging in an enterprise venture that assists one to pay bills and afford a few luxuries is among many people’s dreams. However, once a person decides to go down this path, they might hit a few bumps. One experiences challenges in enterprise funding, this might result in business… Read more

The Ultimate Guide To Budgeting And Spending Money When Travelling

The Best Way To Travel Is With A Travel Plan And A Budget Whether you’re travelling by air or land you will need some form of spending money no matter the destination. When bringing spending money when you are on holiday it’s critical to consider safety and convenience. Travelling for free using Air Miles points,… Read more

How Canadian Seniors Can Make Extra Money

IF YOU HAVE TIME THERE IS EXTRA MONEY TO MADE IN YOUR COMMUNITY Whether you live in Canada or not and want to make extra money after retirement there are plenty of possibilities out there. I think the obvious for most seniors who own a home would be to downsize and either move to an… Read more

Old-Fashioned Banana Pudding With Italian S Cookies

  THE BEST BANANA PUDDING IS HAPPENING RIGHT HERE If someone were to put a bowl of old-fashioned banana pudding near me and left, it would be gone when they got back. I’m sneaky that way, ha! Before you scroll down to check  I want to tell you now that this is an old-fashioned banana… Read more

How To Access Free Dental Care For Kids 17 And Under

Dental care today is just as expensive if not more costly for families especially those without a benefits from their employer. Luckily in Ontario there is free dental care for children up to the age of 17 if eligible through the government’s Healthy Smiles Program. The Healthy Smiles program was introduced in 2010 by the… Read more

15 Important Items Worth Storing In A Fireproof Safe

Last week we met up with our financial advisor to review our retirement plan and life insurance policies and got more than we bargained for. It was there that we began talking about what documents we should keep in a fireproof safe at home. Yes, another thing to consider as a renter, homeowner and even… Read more

Mexican Taco Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry Recipe (Low-Carb, Keto, Paleo)

This Keto Mexican Taco Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry is easy and quick which means you’ll have a delicious meal on the table in less than 30 minutes. Loaded with ground beef, taco seasoning spices, broth and fresh vegetables then cooked to perfection you’ll add it to your meal plan over and over again. If you are… Read more

How To Write A Simple Reference Letter (Sample Template)

THIS IS ONE LETTER THAT YOU WILL WANT TO KEEP ON FILE Leaving an employer with a strong letter of recommendation also known as a reference letter is one of the most valuable resources that you can walk away from a company with. Whether you are an employer seeking tips on how to write a… Read more

Supermarket Sales Strategy Tricks That You Fall For

Money Talks – Money Walks – Money Aftershock Grocery shopping is about saving money for us but for retailers and manufacturers they have a sales strategy that blasts you the moment you view any form of media and 100x more when you visit the store. Whether you fall for these marketing and sales strategy tactics… Read more