RRSP Withholding Tax Rates & RRIF Implications

Withholding taxes on RRSPs may come as a surprise to some. Let’s start by covering the basics of what an RRSP is. A Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is an investment account to save for retirement. It allows Canadians to earn tax-deferred savings on income and investments, which can help reduce the amount of taxes…

ByJohn WilsonDecember 9, 2022

Banking Personal Finance

How Many Loonies In A Roll

There are 25 loonies in a roll. Here are other answers to questions you might have about the roll of loonies: What Is A Canadian Loonie? A Canadian loonie is a coin worth one dollar. The loonie gets its name from the bird on the coin. How Much Is A Roll Of Loonies? A roll…

ByJohn WilsonDecember 9, 2022

Credit Cards Personal Finance

The 4 Best Prepaid Credit Cards In Canada

A prepaid credit card is a type of credit card that allows the user to load money onto the card in advance. This means that the card can be used like a normal credit card, but without the need for a line of credit or borrowing from a lender. Instead, the user pays for their…

ByJohn WilsonDecember 8, 2022

Banking Personal Finance

6 Things To Know About Canadian $10 Bills

Table of Contents What Do The Pictures On The Canadian $10 Bill Mean?Viola Desmond Is The Portrait On The Front Of The Canadian $10 Bill The Metallic Shape On The Front And Back Is The Library of Parliament The Map On The Front Is The Historic North-End Of Halifax The Building On The Back Is…

ByJohn WilsonDecember 7, 2022

Economy Financial News Mortgage Personal Finance

This 40 Year Mortgage Extension Can Avoid You Losing Your Home

When you experience significant financial hardship, it can feel like your world is crashing down around you. You may be struggling to pay your bills, keep a roof over your head, or put food on the table. It can be a very stressful and overwhelming time. There are some things that you can do to…

ByJohn WilsonDecember 6, 2022

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Banking Budgeting Credit Cards Personal Finance

Klarna Canada Review

Klarna is a Swedish company that offers financial services, specifically buy now pay later financing. Klarna is available in 14 countries, including Canada. Buy now pay later is a type of financing that allows consumers to purchase items and take up to 12 months to pay for them, with no interest or fees. There are…

ByJohn WilsonDecember 5, 2022

Banking Personal Finance

8 Things To Know About The Canadian $20 Bill

Table of Contents What Do The Pictures On The Canadian $10 Bill Mean?Viola Desmond Is The Portrait On The Front Of The Canadian $10 Bill The Metallic Shape On The Front And Back Is The Library of Parliament The Map On The Front Is The Historic North-End Of Halifax The Building On The Back Is…

ByJohn WilsonDecember 5, 2022

Banking Personal Finance

6 Best No Fee Bank Accounts In Canada

We have reviewed over 50 bank accounts from a myriad of financial institutions. This includes all major banks and credit unions. We have then gathered a list of our favorites. They are the 6 best No Fee Bank Accounts in Canada, as of December 2022. TD Student Chequing Account The TD chequing account is…

ByJohn WilsonDecember 3, 2022

Personal Finance Saving

How Many Quarters In A Roll In Canada?

In order to be as helpful as possible, we’ve drafted the 7 most likely questions a 5 years old might ask about quarters and aim to provide quick answers. What is a Canadian quarter? A Canadian quarter is a coin worth 25 cents. How much is a roll of…

ByJohn WilsonNovember 30, 2022

Banking Personal Finance

RBC Void Cheque Explained

A RBC void cheque is a blank cheque that has been officially canceled by the issuing bank. The banks usually keep voided cheques on file in order to prevent fraud and to verify customer information. The Few Methods To Get Your RBC Void Cheque: 1. You can log into your online banking account and print…

ByJohn WilsonNovember 29, 2022