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High Interest Savings Accounts - Canada

Investment Savings Accounts: Maximize Interest in Your Brokerage Account

May 17, 2025 CP 21

Have you ever wondered why the idle cash in your brokerage account yields next to no interest ? The answer is simple: brokers make money […]

High Interest Savings Accounts Canada

Your Guide to High Interest Savings Accounts: Free money is a click away!

May 17, 2025 LP 50

Mr. Thrifty wants to let you in on a little secret: when it comes to getting the highest interest rates on your hard earned savings, […]

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The Tesla Model 3 in Canada: Top Pre-Purchase FAQs [and a Tesla referral link for free charging credit]

May 13, 2023 LP 2

Are you considering buying a Tesla Model 3 in Canada? Despite Mr. Thrifty’s admonishments against car ownership, sometimes a private vehicle is desirable for the […]

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Best Value Internet in Montreal [+ a referral code to save $40!]

November 1, 2022 LP 0

If you’re here just for a quick referral code to save on Fizz Home Internet OR Mobile, here is Mr. Thrifty’s code: 9RDDQ. The amount […]

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Neo Financial: What You Need To Know About Neo

October 30, 2022 LP 2

Neo Financial is a rapidly-growing neobank which offers an attractive rewards program. Should you open an account with Neo? Read our take.

Best Foreign Exchange Rates

How to Save Money When Exchanging Currency

June 4, 2021 CP 13

With travel starting up again, understanding how to save money when exchanging currency is a a valuable tool in the saver’s toolkit. The Basics: How […]

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Travel Health Insurance for Canadians

August 30, 2020 LP 2

As the global travel scene reopens we’d like to highlight the importance of travel health insurance for Canadians. Trust Mr. Thrifty: the only thing worse […]

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The Best Bank Accounts for Newcomers to Canada

April 26, 2020 CP 5

For newcomers to Canada, picking the right bank account is an important first step to establishing a sound personal financial plan. With that in mind, […]

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How to Get the Best FX Rates for Canadian Companies

April 4, 2020 LP 7

Mr. Thrifty’s Pick: the OFX Global Currency Account If you’re a Canadian company, especially a small business or SME, and are trying to get the […]

Canadian Robo-Advisers

Are Canadian Robo-Advisors Adding or Destroying Value?

February 29, 2020 LP 1

In a previous post covering the outrageous fees being charged by Canadian mutual fund managers we concluded that, on balance, active equity money managers are […]

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Fees are for Suckers: Mr. Thrifty’s Favorite No Annual Fee Credit Cards

February 1, 2020 CP 6

OK, perhaps we exaggerate slightly: Mr. Thrifty is willing to create a limited exception for credit cards where the first year’s annual fee is waived […]

Compensation for flight delays in Canada

Compensation for Flight Delays in Canada: Know Your Rights

December 15, 2019 LP 5

Read on to check if you’re entitled to compensation for flight delays in Canada. The Canadian government unveiled new rules in May 2019 to help […]

How to save money on air travel

Mr. Thrifty’s Proven Strategies to Save Money on Air Travel

September 13, 2019 CP 7

Yes, savers, it is possible to save money on air travel without compromising your travel plans.  We’re not here to repeat the rather obvious advice […]

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What’s the Best Deal on a Temporary SIM for the USA?

June 7, 2019 LP 0

For those travelling temporarily to the United States and looking for a local mobile number (to avoid those atrocious Canadian roaming charges!), Mr. Thrifty has […]

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    May 17, 2025 50
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