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Better Finances for a Better You

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← Curating the web to find the most interesting and helpful information about your money.

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes

Did you know?

Currently, there are 180 recognized currencies used around the world, each with its own value and exchange rates.

Top 10 Strongest Currencies In The World In July 2024 →

Word of the week

Fixed Mortgage

The interest rate on a fixed-rate mortgage does not change over a certain period, often two to five years. This offers security and predictability because your monthly mortgage payments will remain unchanged over this set term.

Find the best 5-year fixed mortgage rates in Canada →

Budgeting

Tips to categorize your expenses, tailor a financial plan for your life stage and stay healthy in these trying times.

How to Budget in Canada Amid Economic Uncertainty by Ashley Redmond →

Quote of the week

"Money is only a tool. It will take you wherever you wish, but it will not replace you as the driver."

- Ayn Rand

Infographic of the week

Visualized: How Long Can Each Generation Survive Without Income?

The Visual Capitalist has partnered with Lloyd’s Register Foundation to explore economic resilience further and determine how long the average person can afford to cover their needs without income.

Visualized: How Long Can Each Generation Survive Without Income? How long survey respondents could afford to cover basic needs if they lost all income →

Investing

What are mutual funds?

A mutual fund is a professionally managed portfolio of stocks, bonds and/or other income vehicles devoted to a specific investment strategy or asset class.

What are the potential benefits of investing in mutual funds? →

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