money

Lessons Learned: 3 key factors of a successful budget

– By Yusun Ingoshi With finances, planning is key. Creating a budget and putting time and energy into planning out money management isn’t only important for organization – it also encourages mindfulness and self-reflection in the moments when you’re about to spend your money.  Here, I’ll share the story of how one chalkboard quote has …

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Bank accounts in Canada: Understanding the basics

It’s important to understand the Canadian banking system to make sure you’re managing your money in the best way. Banking in Canada is fairly straightforward, but there may be some differences to the way you’re used to banking in your home country.  Here, we’ll explain how bank accounts are structured in Canada and talk you …

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4 reasons kids don’t want to save money (and what to do about it)

Saving is a part of everyday life, and it becomes more important the older you get. When children start growing up, it’s important that they understand not only how to spend smart, but also how to save smart.  It can be a tough concept to grasp, as they probably aren’t aware of the actual costs …

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