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Nov 05

7 Great Deals on Top-Selling SUVs in Canada

Posted by Rebecca Bartley | Shopping, Tips | No Comments

The SUV is the fastest-growing segment in the country, and many would argue that it’s the future of family mobility. Gone are the days of the soccer-mom minivans, with family sedans slowly following suit. Families these days are not only searching for vehicles that are safe, comfortable and spacious, but stylish as well, and the SUV delivers all those in spades. If you are looking to purchase your next family car, take a look at these seven great deals on the top-selling SUVs in Canada. Read More

Nov 03

Which Additional Fees Should You Pay at a Dealership?

Posted by Kristin Bissessar | Shopping, Tips | No Comments

Buying a car isn’t something most people do too often, which is why they don’t always recognize and understand the fees that are charged. Price quotes are filled with additional fees, but not all of them are mandatory. In this article, we will break down what fees you must pay for, what you can negotiate and what you should definitely question. Read More

Oct 30

How to Find a Car That Will Not Drain Your Finances

Posted by Rebecca Bartley | Shopping, Tips | No Comments

Buying a car can be a huge strain on your finances, especially when you’re in your 20s. At this age, you’re just starting a brand new chapter in your life, complete with beginning a new career, living on your own and dealing with the added stress of paying back student loans. Bridget Casey, a finance expert, blogger and owner of Money After Graduation, sat down with us to share some tips on how you can find a car that will not drain your finances. Read More

Oct 28

5 Rules Every Car Buyer Should Know When Hunting for Deals

Posted by Kristin Bissessar | Shopping, Tips | No Comments

Car buyers have a minefield to navigate the moment they decide they need a set of wheels. It’s tough to get a deal on a car, but with manufacturer incentives, rate reductions and dealer discounts you might have an easier time than you think. Finance expert and owner of MillionDollarJourney, FrugalTrader (that’s his internet handle as he prefers to stay anonymous), discusses five best ways for any potential car buyer to get a great deal. Here they go: Read More

Oct 23

How to Avoid Overspending on Car Ownership

Posted by Rebecca Bartley | Shopping, Tips | No Comments

Buying a new car is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever have to make in your life. Owning a car is an ongoing responsibility and there are a lot of figures you should take into account before purchasing a new car, such as loan amounts, monthly payments and estimated cost of ownership. Kyle Prevost, a personal finance expert and blogger at Young and Thrifty, sat down with us to share some tips on how to avoid overspending on car ownership. Read More

Oct 21

Buying a Car in Your 20s: How to Budget and Meet Your Needs

Posted by Kristin Bissessar | Shopping, Tips | No Comments

A car shouldn’t be an impulse buy at the cash register – especially if you are in your 20s, and it’s your first time. It can be overwhelming to add a set of wheels to the challenges of starting a career, making a home and building relationships. We’ve interviewed personal finance expert and blogger at Money We Have Barry Choi about whether or not buying a car is a worthwhile idea. Read More

Oct 15

Anti-Theft Protection for Your Car: Factory or Aftermarket?

Posted by Rebecca Bartley | Shopping, Tips | No Comments

The current market is filled with all kinds of anti-theft devices and services for cars, but not all of them are effective at actually stopping thieves from stealing cars. Automotive journalist and car expert for The Autonet Shawn Molnar sat down with us to let us know his thoughts revolving around the world of anti-theft protection for your car. Read More

Sep 24

How Buying a Car Will Affect Your Home Loan

Posted by Taylor Marsden | Shopping, Tips | No Comments

Buy a car or buy a home? That is the question! Not everyone can make both investments at the same time, so figuring out which should come first is often a bit of a big decision. Especially considering that buying a vehicle can affect what happens with your home loan process. Read More

Sep 17

A Car for Your 16-Year-Old: How to Balance Price and Safety

Posted by Taylor Marsden | Shopping, Tips | No Comments

Is there any better feeling than being handed the keys to your very first car? Only if that car is bought and paid for by mom and dad! But buying Junior’s new ride often comes with a ton of questions – mainly how safe is it on the road and how light is it on the wallet? Lorraine Sommerfeld of Driving.ca and Lorraineonline.ca shares her expert tips on how to balance safety with your budget when buying a car for your teenager. Read More

Sep 09

7 Best Infotainment Systems on the Market

Posted by Elliot Chan | Shopping, Tips | 2 Comments

Modern cars are full of exciting new features: some save fuel, some keep us safe and some are literally a computer inside. In-car entertainment systems, also known as infotainment systems, are as common today as cigarette lighters once were. If you’ve gone car shopping in the past few years, you would have seen these in-car technologies presented as standard features. Read More