Many of us can relate to this scenario: after diligently paying off our credit card debt, we feel a surge of relief and accomplishment. However, it’s disheartening to see our debt slowly creep back up over time, ultimately leading us to realize that we’re on the verge of starting the debt repayment journey all over…
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Beyond Goals: The Power of Lifestyle Alignment for Success in Health, Skills, and Wealth
We’ve all been there: striving to achieve a particular goal, whether it’s shedding pounds or mastering a new skill, only to find ourselves faltering with each attempt. But why does this happen? Weren’t we told that setting goals is the key to success? While setting goals is undoubtedly important, it’s just the beginning. Merely establishing…
Rate Yourself: How Do You Know if 2023 Was a Good Financial Year for You?
Whoosh! That sure went by so fast! With just over two weeks to go in this year, it is time to do a self-review to see how you did this year, how your managed your money and whether you came ahead or not? How do you do this? One easy way to start is to…
One thing I will not be doing with any upcoming Pay Hike : Beyond Immediate Gratification
Salary increases are indeed a blessing that I never take for granted, especially in today’s uncertain economic times where job security is a luxury. Receiving a salary increase feels like a bonus, and even though there’s no assurance of it, I’ve already planned how to utilize any potential increase. Firstly, I won’t be frivolously spending…
Are Canadians Sleepwalking Into a Financial Crisis? A Wake-Up Call on Credit Card Interest Rates
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…