IT’S IMPORTANT TO UNDERSTAND DETAILS OF THE NEW BUDGET The new Liberal government rolled out their 10 year spending and tax plans on Tuesday, March 22nd. In a nutshell, the 2016 Federal Budget focuses on putting more cash in the pockets of low and middle-income families and on improving the infrastructure in cities and […]
Canadian Law
Sexy Photo Fun Could End Up A Nightmare Of Revenge Porn – The Saturday Weekend Review #157
ONE OF THE EASIEST WAYS TO GO BROKE IS TO COMMIT A CRIME What happens behind closed doors in an intimate relationship should stay closed to protect everyone involved. For those who feel wronged in a relationship or with ulterior motives “revenge porn” may be their ticket to the last laugh or to cash in. […]
3 Ways To Prevent Getting Fired Because Of Social Media
HOW MUCH IS SOCIAL MEDIA WORTH TO YOU? It’s nothing new that people have lost their jobs because their employer found out or was notified about something posted on a social media account. Just imagine you are working towards a debt-free life and a good retirement fund and life is good. Then all of […]
10 Tips to find employment that suits your budget and lifestyle
HOT JOBS: ARE THEY HARD TO FIND? Most people don’t want to work in a minimum wage job the rest of their lives. Having further education or skills should help people find meaningful employment that earns more money. Finding employment that will earn you enough money to balance your budget doesn’t have to be […]
Your Last Will And The Legal Ramifications Of Death
HOW DEATH CAN AFFECT YOU AS AN EXECUTOR OF THE WILL When a loved one dies, the grief of death that follows is often overwhelming and difficult to bear. I know this feeling all too well as my stepfather passed away in 2013 after a COPD diagnosis and several recurrences of cancer. If you’re a […]
5 Tips for Sorting Out Your Finances When Moving Abroad
MOVING ABROAD AND YOUR FINANCES If you are planning on moving abroad then it is sure to be an exciting but nerve-racking period in your life. One big risk at this time is that with so many issues to sort out you might end up neglecting your finances. Keep your home bank account […]
Not Having One Of The Best Paying Jobs Is Embarrassing
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER BY TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR JOURNEY We all have dreams of graduating school and finding one of the best paying jobs around so we can get a kick-start on life because money is important just to survive. Even the best paid jobs in the world have taken more than just a foot […]
Lying on your resume can get you fired: The Saturday Weekend Review #84
GOOD RESUMES TELL THE TRUTH Writing a resume for many people is just as intimidating a task as is creating a budget. I know they are on two different spectrums but it’s true. I can’t tell you how often I’ve heard people over the years cringe about having to write a resume and seeking […]
What or who do you rely on to earn an income?
YOU ARE YOUR INCOME SOURCE We all need to earn an income to survive in this crazy world. Many people jump in their vehicle or rely on other community services in the morning to go to work. Typical day… maybe. What would happen if there was no more bus service or our vehicle stopped […]
How the new anti-spam law in Canada affects your email subscriptions
SAY GOOD-BYE TO CANADIAN SPAM New Anti-spam legislation in Canada is just around the corner for Canadian businesses and consumers who need to know why it’s important to them. Every time I hear the word “Spam” It’s either related to the tinned delicacy (joking, I hate Spam) that was a product of the war […]
Disability Tax Credit Application Cost Couple $1629 (Sample Letter)
THERE MAY BE MONEY FOR YOU IN DISABILITY TAX CREDITS There are tax credits for disabled people most popular being The Disability Tax Credit in Canada but knowing where to look and how to apply takes time. Applying for the Revenue Canada disability tax credit certificate was something I did to help our friends’ parents […]
Can you afford to take a full day off from work?
PAYING THE BILLS TAKES MONEY In order to take a full day off from work for most people that means an entire day’s loss of income. That can be tough for any budget but there are times when it must be done. Unless your employer has provided you with stellar benefits or a contract […]