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Saving and Investing

Types of Bank Accounts to Save for Your Future

Banker reviewing types of bank accounts with a new customerTypes of bank accounts

Newcomers should know about the different types of bank accounts to use all the financial resources available to them. Knowing what each bank account is for will help you to put your money in the right place.

Saving Money for Your Emergency Fund

Saving money for an emergency fund

For newcomers, itโ€™s not uncommon to face an uncertain financial situation in your first few years. An emergency fund can help you meet unexpected costs, manage expenses while searching for employment, or stay afloat if you face a job loss.

Savings in Canada: Helping Newcomers Invest

Registered savings options

When you move to Canada, there are many things to consider, and the process can be quite long. One of the biggest things you need to consider is how to transfer your money and belongings to Canada quickly and cost-effectively.

5 Tips to Get the Best Mortgage Rates in Canada

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When searching for your first home, here are five tips to ensure you get the best mortgage rates in Canada. And, to get the best rates will require you to research so you know how to select a mortgage thatโ€™s right for you.

How Much Mortgage Can I Afford?

What mortgage can I afford

The question โ€œhow much mortgage can I afford?โ€ is quite different from โ€œhow much mortgage can I get?โ€ So, itโ€™s important to understand the risks involved when a lender offers you a mortgage that is more than you need or expected.

How to Qualify for a Mortgage in Canada

qualify for a mortgage for a new home

One of the first things new immigrants want to establish when they move to Canada is somewhere they can call home. Your ability to buy a home and qualify for a mortgage is tied together if you do not have the funds to purchase a property outright. 

Retirement Savings: Demystifying RRSPs

RRSP block letters are placed on top of Canadian hundred dollar bills.

Retirement savings are essential for all Canadians to live comfortably after they retire. And the earlier you start saving, the better. For newcomers, understanding retirement savings options can be confusing.

Arrive in Canada financially prepared.

Getting started on the right financial foot is vital to your success. Start your banking journey in Canada with this webinar!

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