Carrick on Money

Your parents are retired? Ask them how much debt they have

Could the rise of sports betting pollute the minds of investors?

Look what’s happened to the cities with average $1-million home prices

There’s a glitch in those online mortgage affordability tools

If you’re not getting 4.1 per cent interest on your bank savings, you need to read this

As the spring home buying season begins, what’s the outlook for mortgage rates?

A spring 2024 guide to vehicle buying, including the latest on new vs used

The cult of houses as investments remains strong

How much are you spending to satisfy the CRA?

Why men retire richer than women

The ‘cereal for dinner’ controversy says a lot about unaffordable food

This is how much income you need to thrive in a big city

If money is tight right now, why are vehicle sales soaring?

Best brokers for starting your journey as a DIY investor

You’re getting 4 per cent on your bank savings, right?

TFSAs are the No. 1 brand in personal finance

The new dating etiquette for paying the cost of a meal or drinks

A how-to on getting a retention bonus from your credit card company

How much should you spend on a wedding gift?

Financial junk, brought to you by your friendly neighbourhood bank

The secret reason your friends are having more fun than you

If you’re a renter, your inflation rate is double

Credit card issuers quietly offer bonuses to keep clients

Stuff banks say to keep clients buying their mutual funds

Does owning a house in Toronto make you rich enough to afford a 10.5-per-cent property-tax hike?

‘Loud budgeting’ is a personal finance trend to watch

Are Canadians outgrowing mutual funds?

Why you should spend all your gift cards by the end of January

How to find a better credit card in 2024, save more, invest better and keep it real when buying a new vehicle

Turn your home’s empty bedroom into $875 in monthly rent

A neat trick to push back on tipping without looking cheap

A buying strategy for a world where the average new vehicle costs $52,900