With the recent Bank of Canada’s most recent 0.25 per cent drop on prime rates, many are wondering if mortgage rates will further decrease over the rest of 2024. While it’s difficult to predict exactly what will happen with interest rates, it’s important to remember that those older rates were among the lowest in Canadian history.  

Summer is finally here and it's time to take advantage of the beautiful weather. While many are quick to suggest a trip somewhere tropical or down south, our own province has plenty of beautiful sights, great food, and sandy beaches to explore.

Identity theft is a rapidly growing form of internet fraud, commonly led by "phishing". Phishing can lead to financial loss, identity theft, and the destruction of confidence in any institution whose site has been phished.

Learning good financial habits at a young age can help set you up for future financial success. Here are ten money management tips for students:

According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, in 2023, 41,111 Canadians reported falling victim to fraud. From those reports, over $554 million was stolen. When you consider the number of unreported scams, the real number could potentially be over $1 billion.

Senior citizens can unfortunately be the targets of fraud often because of their trusting nature and generosity.

Do you have debt you are looking to consolidate? Perhaps there is a larger purchase you would like to make? Regardless of why you might be interested in exploring some of your available credit options, it’s important to know which vehicle is best for you. Some of the more typical avenues you might explore include personal loans or lines of credit.

Inflation has been on the minds of Manitobans for over four years now, but where are things currently? June of 2022 saw an annual high of 8.13 per cent inflation according to the Canada Consumer Price Index, while a year later, June 2023 saw a more reasonable 2.81 per cent.

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