Wealth Inequality and Distribution in the USA
Many thanks to reader Matthew from my post “Let’s give generous rich folks a break, OK” for directing me to this video! QUICK FACTS FROM THE VIDEO 1% of America h
How much do you need to have saved to be able to retire in 20 years?
The answer seems to that in 20 years, around $1.2 million in Canada, according to Garth Turner. A few tidbits from his post… If you have 20 years to go before retiring (age 4
My parents can’t afford to continue living their expensive lifestyle
Can you rely on your government to fund your retirement? Obvious answer? No. ..but maybe none of us are truly aware of what that means, because we don’t seem to be taking thi
Favourite spots in Toronto to eat at, shop and go to for essential services
Last Update: September 26th 2013 GROCERIES Organic groceries: They’re ranked from biggest to largest, but depending on what you want to buy, some stores may be cheaper
I don’t say no to free money
Then again, who does, right? If someone came up to you and said: Hey, here’s $20 for free! Enjoy! You’d take it, right?* *Unless you are super paranoid that someone is
We waste about half of our food each year
For Canadians, about 51% of food gets wasted (thrown in the garbage) and Americans waste about 40%, and worldwide we waste about 1/3 of our food collectively. As Canadians, we tos
Is it worth it to be self-employed in Canada and getting maternity or sick leave benefits?
As a self-employed person living in Canada, I pretty much assume the following: If I am sick while on contract, I lose money (I charge by the hour; no show, no pay) If I have to ta
Ebates Canada Review: Worth it now what it is Rakuten.ca (Referral Code)
UPDATE: August 2018 Read my update here, it has been purchased by Rakuten and I am impressed. Here are my tips and tricks on getting the most of out Ebates Canada. Here is my Ebate
Should I invest my money as an individual or as a corporation?
Managing your finance as a freelancer is not easy but it isn’t hard. You just have to remember that your income is not regular, but your expenses are. This is what I am curre
What do Canadians buy and spend their money on average? (2011)
StatsCan released some numbers on what Canadians spent in 2011. Their average Gross Income = $55,151 After taxes of $10,633, they have about $44,518 to spend. Click to biggify The