Talking to kids about debt feels taboo, but avoiding it leaves them unprepared for real financial life. This article explores why parents must explain mortgages, credit, borrowing costs, and consequences and how early conversations help kids avoid lifelong debt traps.
When I was younger there were many money games to teach about how money worked, like Monopoly or Careers. Where do kids learn about money today?
Discover how to budget and reduce University Costs to a minimum. Stats Canada 2009 figures, tuition fees, service fees, books and lab costs discussed.
University Costs continue to be viewed only as tuition, whereas the fees and price of books is also a major part of the equation.
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.
