
An Hermès heir’s empty billion dollar promise
The story behind Hermès is as mysterious and fairytale-like as the luxury brand’s folkloric collections. Hermès is an independent, family-owned French fashion house known for…
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The story behind Hermès is as mysterious and fairytale-like as the luxury brand’s folkloric collections. Hermès is an independent, family-owned French fashion house known for…
Spring is usually when Canada’s housing market blooms. However, this year’s activity appears watered down by the threat of tariffs. Data from the Canadian Real Estate…
Changing jobs and pursuing new opportunities once commonly came with a salary boost. Job hopping describes when workers to switch jobs frequently based on salary…
Almost 1.2 million fixed-rate mortgages are up for renewal in 2025 (according to the Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation) — 85% of which were signed when…
News feeds are bustling with headlines about Trump’s tariffs taking effect. While this is a critical topic, other significant events are overshadowed. Senate confirmation hearings…
Donald Trump is committed to placing 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports as of March 4th, 2025. At a White House press conference on…
In December 2024, Canada’s annual inflation rate fell to 1.8%, which has been attributed to the government’s GST/HST break. In January, it bumped to 1.9%.…
The trade war is here. Or is it really? Over the weekend, US President Donald Trump announced that his promised 25% tariffs against Canada and…
Just days before Donald Trump’s inauguration, the new president of the United States launched a meme coin called $TRUMP. Melania Trump was soon to follow…
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As early as August, Santa figurines, reindeer lawn decor and looming Christmas trees start bursting from department store shelves. Christmas is far beyond a holiday,…
On November 21st, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced two month-long tax breaks beginning December 14th. The goods and services tax items will be eliminated from…
To the unfamiliar eye, investment terms and financial lingo can be confusing. A word with a common meaning takes an entirely new shape in a…
The cost of education and the burden of student debt are glaring problems in countries around the world. Trillions of student debt weigh heavily on…
In February 2024, the average rent for a 1-bedroom unit in Canada reached $1,922 and $2,319 for a 2 bedroom. This reflects a 10.5% jump year-over-year and the…
Dr. Marius Barnard, the creator of Critical Illness Insurance, was the personification of the saying “Your health is your wealth”. Dr. Barnard was a South…
After his death, Prince’s $156 million dolllar estate was left floating freely. From releasing hits like 1999 and Raspberry Beret, the legendary musician Prince continues…
Retirement looks different for many. Rising costs and debt push Canadian seniors back to work, highlighting the need for solid financial planning.
Wall Street saw its worst day in 20 years on August 5th, then rebounded in two days. Market volatility underscores the importance of financial guidance.
The Godfather of funk, James Brown, passed away on Christmas Day 2006. He left the world with the gift of nearly 70 albums boasting his…