Fear not. Buying in bulk is not just for that family of five loading up their Dodge Grand Caravan with $1000 in Costco purchases. It’s possible to buy your basics and get a bulk discount if you are savvy about your food spending. Even though it may be painful to drop a few hundred dollars during a grocery store trip, the truth is that it’s good … [Read more...] about Hack Your Grocery Budget by Buying in Bulk
Learning the ABCs of Group RESPs
One of the most important investments is higher education which has become increasingly expensive. However, as higher education has risen in cost, its significance in the job market has only become more apparent. The good news is that there are resources that families can take advantage of to afford an ever-more important higher education -- … [Read more...] about Learning the ABCs of Group RESPs
5 Ways to Save Money This Tax Season
It’s officially tax season, and that probably means a nice-sized tax refund is in your very near future. And if you’re like most Canadians, the refund you’re expecting is probably upwards of $1,500. To make the most of tax season, maximize your refund and get the money you deserve, there are a few crucial tips to remember. Most tax advice is geared … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Save Money This Tax Season
How to update your closet on the cheap
The average Canadian spends $3,503 per year on clothes and accessories. That means that on average, Canadians spend $291.92 per month. Ouch. In other words, your shopping habit could be costing you…a lot. But the truth is that looking good and feeling good doesn’t have to break the bank. In fact, it shouldn’t. My closet is carefully curated and … [Read more...] about How to update your closet on the cheap
6 Ways to Date on a Budget
Please welcome my new staff writer, Taylor Milam, to the Cents, Sense & Sensibility team. She'll be filling in for me this week as I'm moving house and will be keeping us company every Tuesday from next week forward. It doesn’t need to cost a lot of money to impress your honey. In fact, nothing is sexier than a woman (or man) who isn’t … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to Date on a Budget