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The Best Invoicing Software for Small Businesses in 2020

In this article, we’ll dive into the best invoicing software for small businesses, break down their features, and make recommendations regarding what types of businesses they might be most suited for.

New Small Business Relief Measures Announced: COVID-19 Update

At this point in time there is no clear indication of when we can expect business to return to some level of normalcy, and in the interim countless small business owners are at risk of going bankrupt. In addition to the measures taken by the federal government last week, there have been further developments Canadian entrepreneurs should know about.

Execs from Loblaws and IKEA to startups discuss how to grow, scale and expand

Lots of companies are trying to figure out how they can tailor e-mail messages or customize the kind of advertising they serve to specific segments of their target market. While that makes sense in general, it should be part of a phased approach

Why VCs See Digital Challenger Bank NorthOne As A Wise Investment

NorthOne is competing at a time when the data shows considerable opportunity for new entrants to the financial services industry. According to Digital Banking Report’s Challenger Bank Analysis, which was released last month, more than 80% of consumers likely to switch financial providers within three years.

Mortgage Points Information for New Buyers

Mortgage Points Information for New Buyers

Holding the keys to that first home is a milestone event in the life of an adult. New home buyers can become so caught up in getting a new residence that they miss the implications of important fine details of financing a mortgage. For instance, the impact of mortgage points on their loan may get...
Where to Turn for a Free Financial Advice

Where to Turn for Financial Advice

Sound financial advice is an important piece of the puzzle in successful money and asset management. Accurate information from a trusted source is a priceless commodity for achieving desired financial goals.

Buying a Home With Bad Credit: Tales of Success

If a home loan is not approved on the first try, it pays to apply with another creditor that will be open to saying yes. There are countless lenders that offer mortgages specifically for buyers with bruised credit or other financial situations. All borrowers should know their credit score in advance so they have an idea of their chances for approval.

How Businesses that Go Green Can Also Be in The Black

As businesses around the globe look to find ways to evolve and become more environmentally sustainable, there are many misconceptions that exist around the financial implications of doing so. An oft-held belief has been that taking concrete steps toward mitigating and minimizing one’s environmental footprint will be prohibitively expensive. This belief in turn provides a...

2020 Canada Tax Filing Deadline

The date to circle on your calendar is April 30th, 2020. For most Canadians, that’s the deadline to file your taxes for the 2019 fiscal year. In this post, we’ll be breaking down all the basics you need to know like what the deadlines are for personal, self-employment and corporate tax filings, what the penalties are for not filing your taxes on time and more!

Steps to Get a Personal Loan in Canada

How to Get a Personal Loan

We’ve prepared this guide to answer the most common questions we hear about personal loans. Alongside our lender comparison charts, after reading this you should have all you need to get started with your application!