Time for Mid-Year Financial Check Up
Given it is the middle of the year, maybe it is time for a mid-year check up to see whether you are on track for hitting your goals.
New Credit Card Rules Good, but…
Don’t get me wrong, given the amount of complaining from the banking industry, Jim Flaherty’s new credit card rules seem to be a very good start, but I would dearly love to see them go… Read More »New Credit Card Rules Good, but…
Consumer Price Index Down a Little for March 2009
Food prices up 7.9% in Canada in March 2009, which really did hurt. Inflation hurts.
Canada in a Good Place? {March 2009}
In March 2009, amid the global financial crisis, Canada was praised by the Bank of Canada, the IMF, and Prime Minister Stephen Harper for being in a strong position to recover faster than other economies. While optimism was widespread, the article reminds readers to maintain financial skepticism and prepare for uncertainties. It also delves into bank service fees, questioning why certain banking activities—like using a Line of Credit—are free while traditional chequing accounts incur charges. A reflection on financial policies and consumer banking in Canada during economic turbulence.
Keywords: Canada, Bank of Canada, financial crisis, recession, economic recovery, banking fees, financial planning
Bank CEO Takes a Pay Cut ?
Many years ago an RBC exec showed fiscal restraint by taking a pay cut, but was it really a pay cut, and did they really feel the pinch?
