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Buying a Home in Canada: 5 Things I Learned

by on December 19, 2025
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Recently, my husband and I began the process of buying a home in Canada. As first-time homebuyers, we decided the best route for us was to buy our house pre-construction, so we set off on the arduous homeownership journey that would last more than a year. As new immigrants, we…

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Save Money : 7 Lifestyle Choices for Better Family Living

by on January 31, 2025
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Everyone (regular folks) looks for realistic ways to save money. Whatever the reason, whether to afford necessities, prepare for the future, or make large purchases, the goal is almost always to improve one’s lifestyle. We’ve all heard the sordid cliche advice that Millennials should buy fewer lattes, cut out subscriptions…

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Tips to Make the Most of Your Money Daily

by on January 12, 2024
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Canada is expensive! Yesterday, I went to the store and a pack of three whole chickens that generally run me about $30-$34 (Yes, I absolutely search for a package that weighs and costs a dollar or two less) cost $45 this grocery trip. It’s not that I am not aware…

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Cost of living in Canada: Saskatchewan

by on May 20, 2023
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As you may know, Canada markets itself aggressively to immigrants. This results in the highlight of the great things about living here, which are many. Canada is a great place to live, but the cost of living in Canada needs more external attention. Nowhere is perfect, of course, but many…

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