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Investment Savings Accounts: Maximize Interest in Your Brokerage Account

Have you ever wondered why the idle cash in your brokerage account yields next to no interest ? The answer…

4 days ago

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

Mr. Thrifty wants to let you in on a little secret: when it comes to getting the highest interest rates…

4 days ago

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

Are you considering buying a Tesla Model 3 in Canada? Despite Mr. Thrifty's admonishments against car ownership, sometimes a private…

2 years ago

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

If you’re here just for a quick referral code to save on Fizz Home Internet OR Mobile, here is Mr.…

3 years ago

Neo Financial: What You Need To Know About Neo

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

3 years ago

How to Save Money When Exchanging Currency

With travel starting up again, understanding how to save money when exchanging currency is a a valuable tool in the…

4 years ago

Travel Health Insurance for Canadians

As the global travel scene reopens we'd like to highlight the importance of travel health insurance for Canadians. Trust Mr.…

5 years ago

The Best Bank Accounts for Newcomers to Canada

For newcomers to Canada, picking the right bank account is an important first step to establishing a sound personal financial…

6 years ago

How to Get the Best FX Rates for Canadian Companies

Mr. Thrifty's Pick: the OFX Global Currency Account If you're a Canadian company, especially a small business or SME, and…

6 years ago

Are Canadian Robo-Advisors Adding or Destroying Value?

In a previous post covering the outrageous fees being charged by Canadian mutual fund managers we concluded that, on balance,…

6 years ago

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

OK, perhaps we exaggerate slightly: Mr. Thrifty is willing to create a limited exception for credit cards where the first…

6 years ago

Compensation for Flight Delays in Canada: Know Your Rights

Read on to check if you're entitled to compensation for flight delays in Canada. The Canadian government unveiled new rules…

6 years ago

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

Yes, savers, it is possible to save money on air travel without compromising your travel plans.  We're not here to…

6 years ago

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

For those travelling temporarily to the United States and looking for a local mobile number (to avoid those atrocious Canadian…

6 years ago