Can one simple change in how someone uses a card reshape their financial path in Canada? This short guide shows how everyday moves with a credit card translate into real gains over time. It frames the key factors — payment history, utilisation, age of accounts, mix and inquiries — and explains why lenders may see […]
Tag Archives: Financial literacy
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What is the simplest way to turn extra money into long‑term growth without guessing? This article opens with that question to spark curiosity and to challenge the idea that investing is only for the wealthy or well‑informed. The guide gives clear, U.S.-focused information on the basics of the stock market today. It explains what a […]
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Could a single advertised percentage change how lenders view their risk and alter someone’s borrowing power in Canada? This introduction explains how every published number—from a 5‑year fixed at 3.79% or a 5‑year variable at 3.45% shown on Ratehub.ca, to EQ Bank’s 2.75% on a chequing-like account and Oaken Financial’s 2.80% savings—shapes a person’s credit […]
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What if a low rate today hides higher costs tomorrow and leaves the borrower paying far more than expected? Many people confuse the note interest rate with the true total cost shown by an APR. That mix-up makes it easy to pick an offer that looks good at first but costs more over time. Adjustable-rate […]