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Over half of Canadians report behaviours that increase fraud vulnerability: survey

A new survey suggests the risk of fraud could be on the rise with nearly one-quarter of respondents saying they or a family member have been the victim of financial fraud or scams in the past year.

Maxed-out credit cards? Here are different options to dig out of the debt

For Canadians juggling multiple maxed-out credit cards, the instinct in a moment of panic is usually to try to fix everything at once. Yet financial experts say that instinct is not one to follow, and it’s often the reason debt problems drag on longer than they need to.

How to make the most of an internship, even when the position is unfulfilling

For young people wanting to get a leg up in the labour market, an internship is often a way to get an edge.

What is ‘doom spending?’ This financial expert says it’s a deeper problem facing some Canadians

With many Canadians overwhelmed by debt and financial anxiety, one money expert is warning consumers about 'doom spending.'

Christopher Liew: These are the estate planning steps Canadians often put off until it’s too late

Personal finance contributor Christopher Liew walks through five estate planning steps Canadians delay the most, and why waiting costs more than you'd think.

Christopher Liew: The wrong ways to save for retirement

Personal finance contributor Christopher Liew looks at five of the most common mistakes when saving for retirement, and some simple fixes.

Bonds carry more than just default risk, duration risk can cost investors too

When you buy a bond, there’s a chance the borrower might not be able to pay you back, but bonds also carry a different kind of risk.

Christopher Liew: How to tell if your financial advice comes from the wrong place

Personal finance contributor Christopher Liew explains how to tell if your financial advice is coming from the wrong place, and where to look instead.

Becoming a stay-at-home parent? How to transition to living on one spouse's income

Zena Amundsen didn’t realize how tight finances could be for a single-income household after she and her husband welcomed their first baby.

Supreme Court of Canada won't hear U.S. stock fraud case involving B.C. man

The Supreme Court of Canada will not hear the appeal of a former B.C. lawyer contesting a US$30 million judgment for allegedly masterminding a transnational securities fraud.

What prediction market trading is and why it's gaining popularity

Financial services company Wealthsimple announced Thursday that it will start offering a new form of investment based on real-world events.

How young people can navigate the new normal for life's financial milestones

Young people don’t need another slew of statistics telling them their financial lives will be different from their parents’ generation. They need a plan.

From timing rates to upstart lenders: How to get the most out of your next GIC

As wars, tariffs, swinging commodity prices and a bond slump rankle markets, the stability of one investment vehicle is drawing Canadians in: Guaranteed investment certificates.

Bank accounts for kids as young as five, six can help build financial skills: experts

Personal finance experts say opening a bank account with your children — starting when they’re as young as five — can help them develop money management skills.

Canada is replacing the GST/HST credit with a new benefit. What does that mean for you?

Payments are soon coming for millions of Canadians, and changes are on the way to a key federal benefit program. Here’s what you need to know.