By: Martin Dasko on September 3, 2015

“If you want to get laid, go to college. If you want an education, go to the library.” – Frank Zappa

If you’re starting college, I’m totally jealous of you! I wish I could go back to college. I still remember my first day on campus in 2005. It was so humbling to walk around and not know anyone. I saw groups of friends cracking jokes. I didn’t even know anyone there.

By: Lindsey Boycott on September 2, 2015

Labour Day weekend is a great time to get together with friends. It’s the last hurrah for long days in the sun, splashing in the surf and sand between your toes. Or at least that’s what I imagine it looks like for people not occupying landlocked provinces with the closest body of salty water being a mountain range away. But I’m not going to let that stop me from finding the best way to celebrate summer one last time.

By: Martin Dasko on September 1, 2015

When you go on a road trip with your family or when you’re driving around town, you don’t want to worry about the safety of your car. You work hard for your money, so when you buy a vehicle you want something that’s reliable so that you get the most out of your hard earned money.

This is why we know customers in the market for a new car are highly concerned about safety.

By: Lindsey Boycott on August 31, 2015

Your first credit card is a big deal. Your decisions now can have an impact on whether you will be approved for other credit products over the next few years. If you use your credit card wisely, a.k.a. make payments on time and keep the balance low, you will build a credit history and a high credit score.

By: Nelson Smith on August 28, 2015

Imagine coming home after a nice week away at the lake. You’re the nice kind of tired, refreshed and ready to tackle a new week at work. But as you approach your house, something isn’t right. As you go inside, it finally hits you. Somebody has broken in while you’re away.

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By: Martin Dasko on August 27, 2015

 I can’t believe that I’m no longer in college. When I was a student I thought that college would never end. I never thought that the weekend would come. Now here I am in my late-20s writing about student credit cards as I think back to my first days with credit.

Four best buys for summer fun By: Lindsey Boycott on August 26, 2015

Ah summer. The time to soak up some patio sun, relax on some far flung beach and score some sweet deals. Here are four ways you can save money on your favourite items during the hot summer months.

 

By: Martin Dasko on August 25, 2015

Are you excited to finally get on the road? Do you finally have your license in your hands?

I have a late birthday (December 26th), so I was the last one of my friends to drive. I know how it feels to wait around for an eternity waiting to drive. I hated it. I had to see my friends drive to school while I was stuck on foot patrol walking everywhere. I couldn’t wait to get behind the wheel.

When I finally started driving, I realized that it wasn’t cheap and that I was in for more than I bargained.

By: Lindsey Boycott on August 24, 2015

Wedding planning is like a second full-time job, if you've ever planned a wedding you know exactly what I'm talking about. Putting together a massive event with all the moving parts can be overwhelming for even the most capable bride-to-be.

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