Banking
EQ Bank is one of Canada’s best digital-only neobanks. That allows them to cut overhead costs and pass those savings onto us. Are you ready to put your hard-earned bacon to work without breaking a sweat? I signed up for the EQ Bank Personal Account and here’s everything you need to know about it. How […]
Like many of you, the day my “wealth” began to spill out of my piggy bank, I followed my parents to their branch to open my first account. And I kept it that way for several years, even after finishing my studies, without asking myself too many questions. Until the day I scrutinized my monthly […]
You carry your mobile phone with you every day, and you have carefully chosen a package that meets your needs. You don’t want to overpay, and you definitely don’t want to incur data overage charges. Picking your chequing account should be treated with the same respect, as choosing the wrong account could cost you dearly. […]
It can be difficult for a newcomer to navigate financial services in an entirely new banking system. Not only can the procedures be different, information can also be difficult to find. That’s one of the reasons why we published a guide to personal finance for Canadian immigrants. In this article you will find information about […]
Not all chequing accounts are free. Some require a monthly fee that can often be waived if you maintain a certain balance in your account. We used a chequing accounts comparison tool to find the best free chequing accounts described in this article. As you will see, some chequing accounts go as far as removing […]
Interac e-Transfers are great if you’re looking for a quick way to transfer funds from one Canadian chequing account or savings account to another. Interac e-Transfers allow you to send and receive money within a few minutes. They’re safe thanks to security features like adding a security question to the transfer that the receiver will […]
We understand that moving to a new country can be pretty stressful, especially when it comes to your finances and figuring out how everything works. This guide should help you get started and aim you in the right direction when it comes to things like choosing a Canadian bank, building up your credit score, and […]
Joint bank accounts can be a helpful tool for you and your partner as you navigate the financial side of life. Whether you are saving for a trip or paying off your mortgage, combining your savings can help get you organized for some of life’s biggest purchases. The thing about joint bank accounts in Canada […]
There are more than 40 banks and 210 credit unions and caisses populaires operating in Canada today. While they are both financial institutions providing banking solutions to their customers, however, there are fundamental differences between credit unions and banks. Whether it’s their ownership and governance structures, values, user experience or regulation, the differences and similarities […]
Why does Canada have both credit unions and traditional banks? It’s a good question with a history of protection and inclusion that remains relevant today. In fact, that’s why credit unions in Canada are not only surviving, they are thriving! You see, a country’s financial institutions dictate its economy, and the more significant the monetary […]
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Mastercard Debit Cards Advantages Disadvantages Debt PreventionSecurity FeaturesInternational AcceptanceLower Fees Limited Online Shopping OptionsNo Credit Score BuildingFew Participating BanksFewer features Advantages a) Debt Prevention Debit Mastercards can help you to manage your finances better and prevent overspending. You won’t be tempted to borrow or take out a loan when you don’t […]
