Saving just a small amount every week into a KiwiSaver account can make a big difference to your retirement – especially when it comes to getting the full government contribution each year. The cost of living is a daily worry for most of us and it can be tempting to put saving for your retirement … Read more
That’s not good news for people borrowing money, but it’s a great time to have savings accounts, says Ted Rossman, chief credit card analyst at Bankrate. “The biggest benefit is for savers,” Rossman says. “You can still get over 5% on a totally liquid totally federally insured savings account. The top one-year certificates of deposit … Read more
Open this photo in gallery: People walk through the business district in downtown Toronto on July 30.Christopher Katsarov/The Globe and Mail Lisa Lalande is chief executive officer of Century Initiative. You can’t win a war if you’re unaware you’re in the fight. And right now, unbeknownst to many, Canada is fighting a global war for … Read more
Fines and surcharges will be reduced by up to 50% in the event that the taxpayer acknowledges their main debt to the tax authorities, according to the draft law that will soon be submitted to Parliament. There will also be a time limit imposed on tax audits, and an extra chance for debtors who have … Read more
Glasses should be worn before and after the eclipse to avoid eye damage AAS: Counterfeit eclipse glasses are ‘polluting the marketplace’ Authentic glasses are labeled ‘ISO 12312-2’ with an ISO certification label (NewsNation) — Scammers are trying to sell counterfeit solar eclipse glasses ahead of next Monday’s event. During the solar eclipse, the moon will move … Read more
ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via Email Each year about 90% of world trade is transported by ship. In addition to its fleet of 672 vessels, Maersk the world’s second largest container shipping company and runs one of the globe’s largest port terminal businesses with 64 terminals. To offset … Read more
A majority of Americans, 95%, said they plan to look for a new job this year, according to a January 2024 survey by job site Monster. Money is a big reason, with 45% of workers saying they need a higher income. Data from the Federal Reserve shows that job switchers increase their salaries more quickly, on average, than … Read more
I knew something was amiss when the taxi meter read 10.50 euros as we pulled away from the Roma Termini train station. While negotiating the evening rush hour traffic and typing into a translation app on his cell phone, the cab driver suggested the starting fare included a surcharge for all rides from Rome’s main … Read more
Take a look at this guide if you want to save on your returns or exchanges this Christmas. ADVERTISEMENT If you’re someone who likes to return and exchange gifts after the holidays, prepare yourself as making returns could feel a little different this year. “It’s going to be hard for consumers to navigate,” said shopping … Read more
Shoppers walk with items during Black Friday deals at a Target store in Westbury, New York, U.S., November 24, 2023. Shannon Stapleton | Reuters After more than a year of dealing with rapid inflation, consumers have become numb to higher prices. But as inflation cools, experts say there are strategies that can help you weather current conditions … Read more