Since I have started taking a long, hard look at my finances, I have definitely become more frugal and minimalist. … More
Category: Saving
Target date funds explained
This financial product has been growing in popularity, but what is a target date fund? A target date fund is … More
Unsuspecting costly habits
When trying to save money and get your finances under control, a lot of PF bloggers recommends bringing lunch to … More
Financial rules I like to bend or break
There are many financial rules we hear over and over again, and that we blindly follow. But before following any rule, we need to see if it is actually adapted to our own situation.
Things I refuse to pay for
We all have our financial pet peeves. Here are a few items I refuse to pay for: Cell phone. A … More
From saving to investing
I have always been a saver. I understood from a fairly young age that I needed to save money if … More
Learning to say no: co-workers ‘edition
When trying to get your expenses under control and down, you may have realized the workplace can be a mine … More
Understanding fees in mutual funds
There are a lot of discussions on how the Management Expense Ratio –or MER- of a mutual fund directly impacts … More
Mutual funds basics
This investment product is very popular in North America. But what is a mutual fund and how does it work? A … More
TFSA vs RRSP for retirement planning
This debate has been pretty heated since the introduction of the TFSA back in 2009. What is the best investment tool? Which account should you contribute to?
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