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Five strategies to tackle your credit card debt
For many Canadians, credit cards are a convenient way to shop for everything from household goods to travel or gas. But with the cost of living on the rise, paying…
Top fraud prevention tips for 2023
March is Fraud Prevention Month — and staying on top of the latest scams is more important than ever. Online scams and cyber breaches have recently soared as our lives…
5 ways to budget when between jobs
No matter how it happened, losing your job is undoubtedly a shock. It impacts every area of your life, including your finances, so getting a handle on them is essential…
What is inflation and what does it mean for your budget?
Inflation is dominating the news in the latter half of 2022, and for good reason. In June it reached 8.1% — its highest level in 39 years — and remained…
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5 ways to save on everyday purchases
The cost of living is rising across Canada, partially fuelled by pandemic-related inflation. As we move further away from the pandemic, prices are finally slowing down. It never hurts to…
ACU Employee Spotlight: Getting to know Karen Di Quinzio, Director of Wealth
With over 25 years of industry experience, Karen Di Quinzio is the Director of Wealth Management at ACU. Her role includes leadership, strategy, coaching and training, hiring, compliance and registrations,…
Finance basics: How does a TFSA work?
Ever since its introduction in 2009, the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) has been a hit with Canadians. Yet, despite its widespread popularity, there still seems to be some confusion about…