Can you handle a $2,000 emergency? That question came up on a survey I was working on. I’m happy to say, I answered Yes! It got me thinking about how more than half of Canadians …
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The 50-30-20 Rule for Living Expenses is Impossible for Low-Income Earners
Who else agrees that the 50-30-20 rule for living expenses is impossible for low-income earners? Are you familiar with the 50-30-20 rule when it comes to living expenses? I don’t like the 50-30-20 rule because …

Now that Christmas and your Money are Gone…
It’s time to follow up on a post from late 2019 about Christmas stress caused by lack of money. January credit card statements have been rolling in with the bad news on how much Christmas …

Are Single Women mostly Ignored by Financial Experts?
Are single women are mostly ignored by financial experts? You bet we are! Whenever I spot an article giving money advice, whether it’s investing, being a smart shopper, saving for big ticket items, or …

Wrap up of June 2018 Goals
Who’s ready to see how I did on my June 2018 goals? Come on I know someone out there is reading this and wants to know how I did in June! I’ve decided to add …

July 2018 Goals
It’s time to post my July 2018 goals. Put them up on my blog and hold myself accountable. I thought I’d do a little something different this month and do a vlog. That’s me on …