3 min read
Do I really need to start saving for my child’s education this early?
What’s the Big Deal?
The news coming out of the USA that up to $10,000 of student debt was being eliminated for most...
2 min read
The 5 Best Ways to Raise Your Credit Score
Jul 28, 2022 by Sarah Bujacz
As life continues to return to “normal”, whatever this new normal looks like, we are seeing an increase in people...
4 min read
I’m a millennial who grew up in Niagara. Will I ever be able to buy a home here?
May 31, 2022 by Sarah Bujacz
The Reality
It seems that every day we read how expensive housing is becoming in Niagara and beyond.
If you’re not...
2 min read
5 reasons to choose a Credit Union
Nov 16, 2021 by PenFinancial Credit Union
When it comes to personal finances, Canadians have a lot of choices. It can be overwhelming. While there are plenty of...
4 min read
Should I pay off my mortgage or invest more?
Jun 24, 2021 by Thomas Rathonyi
With the current low mortgage rates, I am finding a lot of my members have the same question: should I try pay down my...
4 min read
Why is everything so expensive?
May 10, 2021 by Trevor Lagerwerf
Do you remember the good old days: $5 footlongs at Subway, Toonie Tuesdays at KFC or a BigMac extra value meal for less...
4 min read
Protect yourself from the wolf in sheep's clothing
Mar 1, 2021 by Mike Bertrand
Fraud. It includes a lot of faking. Fake companies and employees. Fake messages or emails. Fake fines or balances. All...
3 min read
Stop ducking and start 2021 with a plan
Jan 11, 2021 by Thomas Rathonyi
“An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure.” So said Benjamin Franklin, who didn’t have to live through...
4 min read
Planting roots in Niagara
Nov 30, 2020 by Kerry Ould
Recent events have created an opportunity for many people to re-examine where they choose to call home. With the...
5 min read
Gift giving that gives back
Nov 19, 2020 by Kerry Ould
With the holidays fast approaching, it’s hard to know exactly how this year’s festivities will play out. You may be...
3 min read
5 Ways to improve your credit score
Jun 22, 2020 by PenFinancial Credit Union
Credit is a staple in our modern world. And many of us have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic over recent months....
4 min read
What should I do with my investments?
May 7, 2020 by Linda Larouche
The global pandemic has changed our lives. As we stay home and adjust our lives to suit our new physical and financial...
