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• Alison Griffiths' 5 money resolutions for 2012 -- Bestselling writer and TV host Alison Griffiths serves up a menu of financial resolutions and explains how you, too, can take control of your finances throughout the upcoming year ... (more)
• Expert Q&A: Smart money tips for 2012 -- Acknowledging that there are challenges on the horizon, one of Canada's top financial planners gives valuable advice on how to make the right money-related decisions in 2012 ... (more)
• Credit card cliches: They're a dime a dozen -- These expressions may be trite, but some well-worn snippets contain lucrative lessons for consumers who want to squeeze the most value from their credit cards ... (more)
• 10 smart strategies for holiday spending -- Keep your spirits bright this holiday season and say no to overspending. Here are ten essential tips for maximizing your holiday savings, cutting down on shopping stress and avoiding post-holiday debt regret ... (more)
• Store credit cards: The good, the bad and the ugly -- Store credit cards offer some unique advantages, but are they worth their potentially high costs? Here's what you need to know to decide whether specialized retailer cards are right for your wallet ... (more)
• Expert Q&A: How to spot a bad financial planner -- Finding a trustworthy financial planner can be a challenge. Tamara Smith from the Financial Planning Standards Council explains how to identify planners who do not have your best interests in mind ... (more)
• 6 common credit score mistakes -- Half-truths and misconceptions make finding reliable information on credit scores tricky. CreditCards.ca separates fact from fiction and highlights six common errors that can damage your credit rating ... (more)
• 7 money lessons from "The Wealthy Barber Returns" -- Twenty-two years after "The Wealthy Barber" sold over 2 million copies, its amiable author is back with a sequel. Here are Dave Chilton's latest tips for keeping financially fit and resolving your most stressful money challenges ... (more)
• Editor's Choice: The best student credit cards 2011 -- College students across Canada are starting classes this month and many are looking for a credit card to help pay for textbooks, nights out and other expenses. Here are our picks for some of the best student cards available ... (more)
• 8 stress-busting tips for managing student debt -- The average $80,000 that a four-year university degree costs is weighing heavily on many students' minds these days. Here are some practical tips to help lessen the financial stress ... (more)
• Author Q&A: Debt and "The Happiness Equation" -- What makes Canadians happy? John Hallward, author of "The Happiness Equation," shares his research on happiness and explains how debt contributes to consumers' unhappiness ... (more)
• Report card on Canadian alumni credit cards -- It can be fun to advertise your alma mater on your credit card; but are these cards worth the higher APR? CreditCards.ca compares the most compelling benefits of Canadian alumni credit cards against standard card features ... (more)
• How to find a qualified financial planner -- Too many Canadians entrust their money to individuals who misrepresent themselves as qualified financial planners. CreditCards.ca reveals the right questions to ask when searching for a trustworthy adviser ... (more)
• 3 scary 'bad credit' options you should avoid -- It's tough out there for consumers with bad credit. But there's hope -- as long as you know how to avoid the traps. CreditCards.ca investigates three of the most frightening financing offers that often trap consumers ... (more)
• Are you engaging in wishful thinking about debt? -- If so, you're not alone. Most Canadians say that eliminating debt is a top priority. But talk is cheap -- and many younger Canadians are finding that they're far too optimistic about their ability to pay back money borrowed ... (more)
• Canada Student Loans versus credit cards -- It's becoming increasingly expensive to be a student in Canada these days, causing student borrowing to surge. CreditCards.ca uncovers why Canada Student Loans are so popular and finds remarkable similarities with credit cards ... (more)
• 5 tricks fake loan companies use to steal money -- If you're considering a "no credit check" loan, here's a wake-up call for you: Don't do it. CreditCards.ca takes a look at five warning signals for fraudulent loans -- plus a safer option for financially stressed consumers ... (more)
• Your credit card "money rights" in plain language -- A fresh set of regulations on credit card issuers took effect last fall. But not all consumers are aware that these powerful new rules could help them save money ... (more)
• Protect yourself from these 5 common credit card scams -- Fighting credit card crime starts with a clear understanding of the different types of charge-card fraud. Protect yourself by learning how you can be scammed -- and how you can prevent it. ... (more)
• Experts to Generation Y: Save with your credit card -- If you're struggling on a limited income, but you want to pay off your debt and save at least something for the future, what should you do? The secret could be in your wallet -- as long as you're smart about you use it ... (more)