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Category: Personal Finance (11 posts)
3 Simple Ways to Repair Your Credit
April 2, 2020 | Posted by: Simon Lyn
For many Canadians looking to purchase a home, bad credit scores stand in the way of getting a mortgage. Most lenders prefer your score to be 650 or higher. If they do allow for lower credit scores, i ...
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How to Maintain a Good Credit Rating Throughout the Year
August 22, 2019 | Posted by: Simon Lyn
If you want to make it easier to get an auto loan, mortgage, or new credit card account, you need to maintain a good credit score. It's easy to do so, particularly if you follow the tips presented her ...
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Can You Afford to Buy a New Home?
July 25, 2019 | Posted by: Simon Lyn
Is Purchasing a New Home in Your Budget? If you're throwing your hard-earned money away on rent each month, putting that same amount towards your own home could be an incredible advantage. However, i ...
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Credit Card Debt vs Mortgage Debt: Which Should You Pay Off?
July 4, 2019 | Posted by: Simon Lyn
It's always a good idea to pay down your debt when you have extra cash on hand. However, as you get started, you will probably be faced with several types of debt you can work on, and it's hard to kno ...
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Five Reasons Why You Should Have More Than One Bank Account
June 20, 2019 | Posted by: Simon Lyn
In today's tech world, being victimized by hackers can leave you penniless if you have only one bank account. The following five situations demonstrate how a having a backup account can keep you ...
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Four Reasons to Say Yes to Good Credit
June 6, 2019 | Posted by: Simon Lyn
Good credit is a necessity for acquiring many things in life. There are many important reasons for saying 'yes' to credit. Below are some of those reasons, as well as ways to get and build your credit ...
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Five Ways to Simplify Your Financial Life
May 23, 2019 | Posted by: Simon Lyn
No matter who you are or what you do for a living, it can seem like your bank statements, credit card receipts, and other financial documents are burying you alive. If you are struggling under the wei ...
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Savvy Spender: Simple, Smart Ways to Make the Most of Your Credit Cards
May 9, 2019 | Posted by: Simon Lyn
Savvy Spender: Simple, Smart Ways to Make the Most of Your Credit Cards With their vast array of special perks and member benefits, credit cards are an appealing financing option for modern consumers ...
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Gathering the Money for a Down Payment in Two Years or Less
April 25, 2019 | Posted by: Simon Lyn
Whether you are looking to purchase a home in the next two years or you intend to wait another five, you must find a way to save up enough money to use for a down payment. Without the money to make a ...
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Three Ways to Get on the Property Ladder
March 21, 2019 | Posted by: Simon Lyn
Property investment is more challenging than ever due to a buoyant housing market in major cities and the rising cost of living. Many people are concerned they'll never be in a position to buy a prope ...
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How to Use Debt Consolidation Loans Effectively and Safely
February 21, 2019 | Posted by: Simon Lyn
Visit almost any financial site on the web, or watch nearly any daytime TV channel, and you're likely to see advertisements promising that a consolidation loan can solve all your debt problems. There' ...
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