Personal Finance
9 reasons why so many Canadians are making decent money but feeling broke
A combination of skyrocketing housing costs, heavy tax burdens, and everyday inflation means making a historically “good” salary no longer guarantees a comfortable middle-class life in Canada.
The 10 worst advice people give about retirement planning
Planning for retirement is one of the most critical financial decisions you will ever make and there’s plenty of bad advice you need to steer clear of.
10 things I wish I’d learned about money before turning 60
Budgeting and debt management, investing and retirement planning, these lessons have transformed the way I approach and deal with my finances today.
10 situations where being frugal likely isn’t worth it
While saving money is great, you should know that not all cost-cutting measures result in long-term savings and sometimes, spending a little extra is the smarter move.
Lifestyle
15 obvious signs you have pretty privilege
Pretty privilege is real and if several of these happen to you regularly, people may be treating you differently because of your appearance without even realizing it.
Women notice these 10 things about men on the first date
First dates are all about processing subconscious clues, and women typically spot several key details within the first few minutes of meeting.
10 songs older baby boomers loved that most younger boomers likely don’t remember at all
The massive twenty-year age gap across the baby boomer generation left younger boomers completely disconnected from the pre-Beatles pop, doo-wop, and orchestral hits that defined their older siblings’ youth.
12 Canadian traditions Americans are secretly jealous of
From cozy cottage weekends to surprisingly polite everyday habits, these Canadian traditions leave many Americans secretly wishing their own country did things the same way.
Travel
The 9 countries where cooking at home is a waste of money
Many travelers are shocked to discover that in some countries, street food and local restaurants are so affordable that cooking at home can actually cost more in both money and effort.
15 ‘secret’ Canadian attractions that tourists don’t know about
Most tourists in Canada visit the same famous spots, but some of the country’s most unforgettable places are the hidden towns, parks, and landscapes many travelers have never even heard of.
11 reasons why travel isn’t always good for your mental health
Many people romanticize travel as all sunshine and rainbows, but hitting the road can sometimes cause problems for your mental health.
15 “safe” cities that are actually dangerous
No matter how safe you might feel in a city, there are often a ton of problems under the surface that are anything but secure.