A Loon with Muscles
A rising loonie sounds great (in 2009) until exports and jobs feel the squeeze. Here’s how Canadian dollar strength hits your wallet (and snow tires).
The Bank Ate My Bill Payment?
Sometimes the banking system screws up and you can say, the bank ate my bill payment, but you can ask to have late fees reversed too.
Is There a Credit Crunch ?
Should you have a credit crunch, where you cancel credit cards and lower your limits? Might not be a bad idea for a lot of folks.
Students: Banks’ new Markets
Banks love targeting students and Canadian university campuses are prime hunting grounds. This article dives into how banks market credit cards, fee-heavy accounts, and RRSP loans to young students, especially co-op kids with temporary income. It also offers personal experience and advice on how to avoid falling into the banking trap early. If you’re starting school or sending a student off here’s what you need to know about student banking in Canada.
How do Banks Differentiate Themselves? (continued)
How do banks differentiate themselves? Offering services, but are they cheaper? Free banking? Does that exist.
