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Cost to finance a new car hits a record $656 per month — and auto shoppers could pay even more with latest Fed rate hike

Cost to finance a new car hits a record $656 per month — and auto shoppers could pay even more with latest Fed rate hike

As interest rates head higher and auto prices remain elevated, monthly payments are expected to continue squeezing consumers' budgets.

4 years ago
Hardbacon:  Why we launched an equity crowdfunding campaign in the middle of a bear market

Hardbacon: Why we launched an equity crowdfunding campaign in the middle of a bear market

Hardbacon | Julien Brault | Jun 16, 2022 When we launched our equity crowdfunding round in May, the stock market was down 20% year-to-date and the value of Bitcoin had fallen 35%. While many of our investors were eager to reinvest, it was also obvious that many of our investors were impacted by the downturn


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4 years ago
Michigan officially becomes 14th state to mandate personal finance education before high school graduation

Michigan officially becomes 14th state to mandate personal finance education before high school graduation

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Thursday signed into law a bill guaranteeing access to personal finance education before high school graduation.

4 years ago
Companies from Tesla to Coinbase are laying off workers: Here are 3 things to do first if you lose your job

Companies from Tesla to Coinbase are laying off workers: Here are 3 things to do first if you lose your job

Companies including Tesla and Coinbase have announced layoffs. Losing your job and income is incredibly disruptive. Focusing on these first steps can help.

4 years ago
The Federal Reserve looks set to hike interest rates today. How raising rates may help slow inflation

The Federal Reserve looks set to hike interest rates today. How raising rates may help slow inflation

Consumers may not be looking forward to higher interest rates while they're paying more for necessities. Here's how raising rates helps inflation.

4 years ago
N26 addresses neobank’s culture struggles

N26 addresses neobank’s culture struggles

Sifted | Amy O'Brien | Jun 13, 2022 Despite compliance headaches and struggles with retention, the CEO of one of Europe’s largest neobanks says it’s still hiring amid the tech downturn, with plans to foray into crypto within weeks. “I think we now have quite a strong C-level team, but getting there obviously means you


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4 years ago
Tips When Choosing The Right Insurance Product For Your Business

Tips When Choosing The Right Insurance Product For Your Business

Aubrey Moore | June 15, 2022 Insuring your business is vital because when a tragedy occurs, it can take days, weeks, or even months to return operations to pre-disaster levels. Despite the advantages, a question arises of how to choose business insurance and from whom? Here we explore value tips you can keep in mind


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4 years ago
Bitcoin has lost more than 50% of its value this year. Here's what you need to know

Bitcoin has lost more than 50% of its value this year. Here's what you need to know

Bitcoin's recent plummet looks poised to continue. Here's what experts recommend investors keep in mind.

4 years ago
Cullen Commission Money Laundering Report Estimates Billions Laundered in B.C. Every Year

Cullen Commission Money Laundering Report Estimates Billions Laundered in B.C. Every Year

Today In BC | Jane Skrypnek | Jun 15, 2022 B.C. money laundering report calls for new law enforcement unit, provincial office B.C.’s long-awaited report into money laundering was released Wednesday (June 15), with 101 recommendations including the creation of a new law enforcement unit and permanent commissioner dedicated to addressing the estimated multi-billion dollar


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4 years ago
Plaid Officially Opens it’s Canadian Office and Announces RBC Data Sharing Agreement

Plaid Officially Opens it’s Canadian Office and Announces RBC Data Sharing Agreement

Plaid | Mark Sam | Jun 15, 2022 Plaid has two major announcements regarding our commitment to expanding digital finance’s positive impact on Canadian consumers and businesses. Since entering the market in 2018 – our first international market – we’ve worked with fintech companies, banks, credit unions, regulators, and industry experts to help improve financial


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4 years ago
Worried about the Fed's latest rate hike? Here's what advisors say about managing your money

Worried about the Fed's latest rate hike? Here's what advisors say about managing your money

Consumers may be worried about higher borrowing costs and inflation following the Fed's latest rate hike. Here's what financial advisors recommend.

4 years ago
Investors have access to more actively managed exchange-traded funds. Here's how they may help during market volatility

Investors have access to more actively managed exchange-traded funds. Here's how they may help during market volatility

Since a 2019 federal securities ruling made it easier to offer actively managed ETFs, a growing number of funds using that strategy have come to market.

4 years ago
It's a daunting time for retirees, who face the biggest inflation threat, financial advisors say

It's a daunting time for retirees, who face the biggest inflation threat, financial advisors say

Seniors living on fixed incomes may have a tough time adjusting to rapidly rising costs for consumer goods and services.

4 years ago
WonderFi to list on TSX June 22

WonderFi to list on TSX June 22

Financial Post | Stephanie Hughes | Jun 15, 2022 Vancouver-based WonderFi Technologies Inc. will soon become the first Canadian-regulated cryptocurrency marketplace and registered trading platform to list its shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange.     WonderFi, which owns Bitbuy Technologies Inc. and is backed by Shark Tank star Kevin O’Leary, will list with the


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4 years ago
Nearly two-thirds of millennial millionaires believe U.S. economy will be stronger by end of 2022, CNBC survey finds

Nearly two-thirds of millennial millionaires believe U.S. economy will be stronger by end of 2022, CNBC survey finds

Most millennial millionaires feel optimistic about the economy, according to the latest CNBC Millionaire Survey.

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