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Month: May 2011

Are Canadians Sleepwalking Into a Financial Crisis? A Wake-Up Call on Credit Card Interest Rates

Posted on May 27, 2011August 17, 2024 by budgetsense

A recent CGA-Canada survey revealed that more than half of the respondents had no idea how much interest they were paying on their credit card balances, with many mistakenly believing it to be around 3-4%, similar to the prime rate. This is a startling revelation. While not everyone may know the exact percentage, it’s concerning…

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Book Review “75 Ways to Save Gas” by Jim Davidson

Posted on May 15, 2011August 17, 2024 by budgetsense

As gas prices continue to rise, the more we find ourselves searching for ways to save money at the pump. Unless you have an endless supply of cash or a car that runs on futuristic solar energy, saving on gas is a necessity. There are countless websites offering tips on how to save gas and…

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Replacing Your Car? Here’s Why Fuel Efficiency Matters More Than Ever

Posted on May 9, 2011August 17, 2024 by budgetsense

Oil is in an ever-declining supply, and as a result, gas prices will only go up. So why do we wait for hurricanes, Middle East unrest, or other unforeseen events to realize that gas is too expensive and we just can’t afford it anymore? It’s time to face the reality: the general future trend for…

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