Can you afford to send your kids to college?
Story originally posted on Chatelaine As a parent it’s hard not to worry about how you’re going to pay for your kid to go to university – especially when the cost of a four-year degree is projected to...
View Article10 personal finance talks to have before marriage (or living together)
Story originally posted on Chatelaine They say love conquers all — but when it comes to money, not so much. Finances are a leading cause of strife in relationships and for most new couples, talking...
View ArticleBudgeting: How to merge your money
Story originally posted on Chatelaine. Congratulations! You’ve just walked down the aisle and/or moved in with the love of your life. Combining households and making a life together with your partner...
View ArticleTeaching kids about saving money and budgeting
Story originally posted on Chatelaine. In her book, The Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother, author Amy Chua chronicles her struggle to be the ultimate “Tiger Mom”, pushing her daughters for As in school,...
View ArticleEight awkward budgeting moments
Originally from our partner Chatelaine People will overshare about pretty much anything these days — from bodily functions to intimate discussions they’re having with their therapist. Broaching topics...
View ArticleFive tips to save money on a road trip
Originally from our partner Chatelaine My husband and I are trying to plan our summer vacation. We’d like to get out of Ontario and see a bit more of Canada – and to be honest, a lot of destinations...
View ArticleNassim Taleb’s 6 tips for embracing risk
Nassim Taleb has two categories for people: those who fall apart during times of crisis, and those who profit from them. The scholar, former options trader and author of some of the most influential...
View ArticleHow much money should you spend on clothes?
For Gwyneth Paltrow, an investment piece of clothing is a pair of Gucci loafers or a Chanel bag, just two of the items on a GOOP list of 10 essential pieces for your wardrobe. Buy everything on that...
View ArticleHow much you should be spending on groceries
If your family is anything like mine, food is one of the biggest line items in the monthly budget — and that doesn’t include things like takeout or restaurant outings for a bit of quick respite from...
View ArticleHow much should it really cost to renovate a kitchen?
My kitchen renovation last year was filled with surprises, most of them unwelcome (after all, our house is 100 years old). But by far the biggest surprise was the cost: After an initial meeting with...
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