Saving no matter your salary – If not earning enough money is among your top reasons for not saving, think again and have a look at these tips on how to start saving. A recent survey revealed that the most Canadians admit they could get by with less each month – on average $360 less…
Financial goals – A new year is upon us, and that means it is an opportune time to think about your financial goals. It’s never too late to develop or improve your savings habits, whether you’re just starting out, well on your way to retirement readiness, or somewhere in between. There are a few questions…
With recent statistics showing that Canadians are carrying more debt than ever before, many of us face a tough choice – pay down debt now or save for retirement? But according to personal finance experts, it’s possible to have the best of both worlds. “Taking a proactive approach to your finances can allow you to…
5 steps to start investing – Investment funds are an affordable and accessible option for diversifying your savings, even for modest investors. You don’t need a lot of money to begin investing. An investment fund is a pool of money from many individual investors that is professionally managed by a portfolio manager who selects the…
A new CIBC poll finds that more than a quarter (27 per cent) of retired Canadians regret retiring and an almost equal number (23 percent) have tried re-entering the labour market. While 59 per cent choose to return to work for the intellectual stimulation, 50 per cent say it’s financial concerns that have them hitting…
Stress – For most Canadians, their main source of stress is money. This is even more than employment, health and family obligations. And this stress is costly to the workplace. A report by the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans estimates that dealing with financial matters on the job could cost employers from $750 to…
Financial stress – One of the best places to introduce financial literacy is in the workplace. Many employers are already helping millions of adults understand their company benefit programs, compensation and other benefits and saving vehicles. So why not introduce financial literacy in the mix to help your employees achieve financial well-being? Employers can make…
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