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What to know before taking out a loan in Canada

Whether you’re buying a home, financing a car or dealing with an emergency, loans are a common way for Canadians to pay for major expenses and manage debt. But with so many borrowing options available, it can be hard to know which is right for you. In this

Is Starbucks Serving Up Promise or Peril?

Same-store sales are down at the coffee chain’s US stores. But a successful turnaround isn’t off the menu yet. (00:21) Asit Sharma and Mary Long discuss: – What to do with two minutes’ extra time. – Earnings from Starbucks. – What’s cooking at Wingstop. Then, (19:30), Yasser el-Shimy

8 Unsettling Revelations from the Latest Immigration Policy Changes

Image Source: 123rf.com As the media and the American people look back on the first 100 days of President Trump’s second term, immigration is an issue that stands out. Many changes have been made to the United States’ immigration policy, which have left some Americans questioning what direction

7 Reasons You Should Never Lease a Car With Your Partner

Image Source: 123rf.com While we’ve covered the fact that many couples are choosing to exchange car titles instead of engagement rings, leasing a vehicle together is a completely different story. For some, leasing a car might seem like a smart move. Sometimes, it means lower monthly payments, and

Southwest’s New Fares: Cardholders and Elites Win, Others Pay

Craig Joseph writes for NerdWallet. Email: cjoseph@nerdwallet.com. The article Southwest’s New Fares: Cardholders and Elites Win, Others Pay originally appeared on NerdWallet. Craig JosephSource

May Mortgage Outlook: Expect Volatility

Holden Lewis writes for NerdWallet. Email: hlewis@nerdwallet.com. The article May Mortgage Outlook: Expect Volatility originally appeared on NerdWallet. Holden LewisSource

Raising kids is expensive—here’s how to keep costs manageable

The average cost of raising children is nearing $300,000, according to Statistics Canada—and that’s only up until 17 years old. Post-secondary education is not included, and how many 17-year-olds are fully self-supporting? Having kids is more expensive than ever—inflation, housing and the cost of living are all in

Family Vacations Are Changing: Why “Micro-Trips” Are the New Trend

Image Source: 123rf.com Gone are the days when summer vacation meant two full weeks, cross-country flights, and weeks of overplanning. In 2025, families are choosing a new approach: shorter, more frequent getaways known as micro-trips. These bite-sized vacations are becoming the go-to travel trend for busy households who

6 Signs You’re Emotionally Drifting Apart (And How To Fix It Fast)

Image Source: 123rf.com Every relationship has its ups and downs, but what happens when the silence becomes more frequent than the laughs? If you’ve started feeling like roommates instead of romantic partners, you’re not alone. Emotional distance can sneak into even the strongest relationships—slowly, subtly, and sometimes silently.

6 Reasons Trucking May Be Changed Forever Due to This Executive Order

Image Source: 123rf.com In April 2025, President Donald Trump signed a significant executive order mandating that all commercial truck drivers in the U.S. demonstrate English proficiency. This directive reinstates a longstanding federal regulation that had seen relaxed enforcement in recent years. The order has sparked widespread discussion, with

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