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August 2021

03: Qtrade Promo Code 2021 (0)
01: Why Mortgage Rates Are Higher On Investment Properties (0)

July 2021

28: Investing in Canadian Bank Stocks – Juicy Dividends Ripe for the Picking (July 2021 Edition) (3)
27: CIBC Aeroplan Visa Review (0)
26: Best Canadian Dividend Growth Stocks – July 2021 Updated! (60)
26: Canadian Online Discount Stock Brokerage Comparison (July 2021 Update) (519)
25: Enriched Academy Review (1)
20: BMO CashBack World Elite Mastercard Review (0)
17: Financial Freedom Update (Q3) 2021 – Sequence of Returns Risk Edition (3)
14: Best Student Credit Cards (0)
10: Buying a House in Canada – Why I Can’t Wait To NOT Be a Homeowner (51)
08: How to Buy Stocks Online in Canada (0)
07: Neo Financial Credit Card Review and Comparison 2021 (1)
06: New Credit Card Offers Can Save You $1,500+ On Travel (0)
04: Instantly Minimize Charges and Bank Fees in Canada (0)

June 2021

May 2021

29: Best Strategies to Hedge Against Stock Market Downfall (0)
26: Justwealth Review 2021 (0)
25: Investing In Collectibles as An Alternative Asset Class (0)
22: Bitcoin Canada Guide 2021: Should I Buy Bitcoin? (1)
15: Financial Freedom Update (Q2) 2021 – Portfolio All-Time High Edition (6)
09: Investing in Canadian Retail Stocks (0)
06: Questrade vs Wealthsimple (2021 Update) (8)
04: EQ Bank Review 2021 – Still Canada’s Best Online Savings Account? (14)
01: The Best Travel Credit Cards in Canada (0)

April 2021

28: RBC InvestEase Review (0)
25: The Best Canadian Dividend ETFs (2021 Update) (34)
19: Willful Review 2021 (0)
14: Questrade vs Virtual Brokers: 2021 Broker Showdown (0)
10: Canadian Undervalued Stocks (1)
08: Qtrade vs Wealthsimple: Battle for Canadian Investment Accounts (0)
04: Best Youth Bank Accounts in Canada (1)

March 2021

31: Questrade Review 2021 [$50 Promo Offer Code] (896)
28: Snag Your Free Canadian Expat eBook (0)
23: BMO Investorline vs Questrade 2021 Broker Showdown (0)
17: Tangerine vs EQ Bank Comparison and Promotion for 2021 (0)
14: Financial Freedom Update (Q1) 2021 – First Update of the Year (8)
11: Questrade vs Interactive Brokers (2)
06: Investing in Canadian REITs (0)

February 2021

January 2021

December 2020

22: Best Canadian Chequing Bank Account for 2021 (3)
20: Best Bank Account for Seniors in Canada (0)
13: The Best ETFs for Canadian Expats Around the World (0)
13: Motive Financial Review (0)
10: Scotiabank Review: Elite Chequing, Banking, and Credit Card Package (0)
05: Best Canadian Dollar (CAD) ETFs for U.S Equities (5)
05: Is Robinhood Available in Canada? (0)
02: Eirene Cremations Review (0)
02: Desjardins Online Brokerage Review (0)

November 2020

29: Canadian Stock Market vs U.S. Stock Market (3)
29: CIBC Investor’s Edge Broker Review 2021: Trading Fees, TFSAs, and RRSPs (8)
22: BMO adviceDirect Review: Investing Advice for a Low Fee (0)
17: Canadian Railway Dividends: Putting Your Portfolio On the Right Track (0)
15: A New Look For MDJ (2)
07: Moka App Review (Formerly Mylo) (1)
07: HSBC InvestDirect Review (2)
01: Financial Freedom Update (Q4) 2020 – Volatile Stock Market Edition ($61,850 in Dividend Income)! (2)
01: National Bank Direct Brokerage Review (0)

October 2020

September 2020

August 2020

July 2020

31: SimpleTax Review: File Your Canadian Tax Return for Free (0)
26: The Hot Potato Investing Strategy (8)
19: Get Maple Telehealth Review: Online Prescriptions in Canada (0)
12: Teaching In Doha, Qatar – Expanding Our Horizons (28)
12: Best High Interest Savings Accounts 2021 (2)
05: Simplii Financial Review (3)

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December 2019

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September 2019

August 2019

26: Dividend Investing – Your Questions Answered (21)
19: Income Splitting Tax Strategy – Spousal Investment Loan (11)
11: Top Free Cash Back Credit Cards in Canada for 2020 (503)
05: Can You Have Too Much RRSP? (7)

July 2019

June 2019

May 2019

27: The Real MER on ETFs – Foreign Withholding Taxes on ETFs (28)
13: Ways to Maximize the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) (15)

April 2019

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December 2018

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April 2018

30: What’s in my Wife’s Portfolio? (12)
16: Where to Put your Investments for Maximum Tax Efficiency (47)
09: Top Premium Credit Cards with No Foreign Transaction Fee (19)

March 2018

February 2018

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December 2017

18: Financial Freedom Update (Q4) – December 2017 (+9.82%) – Year End Update (35)

November 2017

October 2017

September 2017

August 2017

July 2017

June 2017

May 2017

April 2017

10: Net Worth Update April 2017 – Nobleea the Oil and Gas Engineer (+10.8%) (11)

March 2017

February 2017

27: How to Build a Dividend Growth Portfolio (37)
13: Top Premium Cash Back Credit Cards in Canada (38)

January 2017

30: Net Worth Update January 2017 – Karl the Real Estate Agent (+4.74%) (19)

December 2016

30: The Best of Million Dollar Journey: 2016 Edition! (4)
12: Financial Freedom Update – December 2016 (+15.5%) (22)

November 2016

October 2016

September 2016

26: Financial Freedom Update – September 2016 (+9.7%) (31)
19: Investing on Behalf of my Kids (34)
12: A Financial Update from Pete – A 50 Year Old Multi-Millionaire (45)
05: Net Worth Update September 2016 – Sean Cooper (+15.09%) (28)

August 2016

22: Net Worth Update August 2016 – Karl the Real Estate Agent (+27.02%) (13)
15: Reader Mail: I have $1M+ Net Worth – What’s Next? (11)
08: How We Save Money on Vacations (16)

July 2016

18: Net Worth Update July 2016 – Nobleea the Oil and Gas Engineer (+8.38%) (9)

June 2016

13: Financial Freedom Update – June 2016 (+5.78%) (11)
06: Net Worth Update June 2016 – Sean Cooper (+2.76%) (27)

May 2016

April 2016

25: Reduce your Taxes – Income Splitting Strategies (29)
19: Banking as a Couple – BMO PlanShare Review (12)
11: 5 Key Philosophies for Long Term Investing Success (44)
04: Breakdown of Our Expenses in 2015 (32)

March 2016

21: Financial Freedom Update – March 2016 (11)

February 2016

January 2016

December 2015

14: Financial Freedom Update – December 2015 (27)
01: What is the Best Credit Card for Aeroplan Members? (5)

November 2015

October 2015

September 2015

August 2015

31: The Best and Worst Deals at Costco (34)
10: One Year After – A Financial Freedom Update – August 2015 (26)
03: Net Worth Update August 2015 – Sean Cooper (+6.3%) (17)

July 2015

June 2015

May 2015

25: How to Accumulate Serious Air Mile Points (19)
18: 6 Important Tips When Buying Disability Insurance (15)
11: New TFSA Contribution Limit for 2015 (10)
04: Net Worth Update May 2015 – Sean Cooper (+4.83%) (10)

April 2015

27: Net Worth Update April 2015 – Nobleea the Oil and Gas Engineer (14)
13: A Net Worth Update from QCash (he retired at age 36) (36)
06: Futurpreneur Canada Programs (1)

March 2015

February 2015

16: Net Worth Update February 2015 – Sean Cooper (+6.7%) (34)
02: Easy Index Mutual Fund Portfolios with the Big Banks (46)

January 2015

26: Net Worth Update January 2015 – Smiling Saver (Digging out of Debt) (14)
08: Laser Eye Surgery: Is it Worth It? (21)

December 2014

November 2014

October 2014

27: How Much Does Electricity Usage Cost? (19)
20: Getting Exposure to the Canadian Energy Industry (12)
16: Starting or Growing a Business? Take Advantage of Business Support Organizations (2)
14: How To Survive On Only $100 a Month in Groceries (37)
06: Net Worth Update October 2014 – SmilingSaver (Deep in Debt) (22)
03: Canada Pension Plan Children’s Benefits (0)

September 2014

29: What is the Best MasterCard for Costco Shoppers? (53)
26: 3 Ways to Find Quality Tenants and Protect Your Rental Property (9)
22: Choosing Mutual Funds in your Employer Pension/RRSP (26)
15: Net Worth Update September 2014 – Nobleea (43)
09: The Risk of a Defined Benefit Pension (19)
05: Save Money and Have Fun with a Staycation (15)
02: Reader Mail: Should I Sell or Hold during Stock Mergers/Acquistions? (5)

August 2014

25: Ending the Mortgage Paydown vs. Investing Debate (39)
22: Net Worth Update August 2014 – Sean Cooper (37)
04: Smith Manoeuvre/Dividend Portfolio – Q2 2014 Update (21)

July 2014

21: Building your “Forever Money” Portfolio (46)
14: Why You Should Think Twice about a Mortgage with the Big Banks (21)
11: Government Grants and Financing for Businesses – II (1)

June 2014

25: Interactive Brokers Review 2015 (106)
23: How I Reached $500K Net Worth by Age 29 (29)
18: Capital One Aspire Travel World MasterCard Review (252)
16: Interested in Starting Your Million Dollar Journey? Join team MDJ! (5)
10: How Much Do You Need to Save Today to Hit Your Retirement Number? (9)
02: Completing The Million Dollar Journey (127)

May 2014

30: Government Grants and Financing for Businesses – I (4)
26: How Much Do You Need to Retire in Canada? Not as Much as You Think! (68)
22: The New Rules for Prepaid Credit Cards (5)
19: $100 Gift Card Freebie and Other Financial LInks (4)
06: The Moolala Guide to Rockin your RRSP – Book Review and Giveaway (107)
02: Net Worth Update April 2014 (+0.81%) (14)

April 2014

28: Investors Beware: 4 Things to Watch Out for When Investing (14)
22: Estate Planning for a Family Business using the Tax Free Spousal Rollover (5)
18: How to Start Making Money with YouTube (1)
08: Wealth Strategy: Track Your Net Worth (72)
03: Closing Costs When Selling a Home (5)

March 2014

31: Net Worth Update March 2014 (+0.71%) (15)
27: Lessons from a 50 Year Old Multi-Millionaire (69)
24: Smith Manoeuvre/Dividend Portfolio – Q1 2014 Update (15)
18: Reader Question: What is your Corporate Investment Account? (6)
13: How to Get a Mortgage If You’re Self-Employed (6)
10: Where to put your RRSP/TFSA cash? High Interest Investment Accounts (Mutual Funds)! (16)
03: Net Worth Update February 2014 (+12.1%) (24)

February 2014

24: Building Your Own Home? Here’s How Construction Mortgages Work! (3)
17: Save Money with DIY Snow Blower Maintenance (12)
10: Cutting the Cord – A Comprehensive Guide (47)
03: Net Worth Update January 2014 ( +3.04%) (32)

January 2014

31: Why A Mortgage Vacation Might Be the Most Expensive Vacation You’ll Ever Take (7)
27: How this Frugal Lawyer Reached $1M by Age 34 (35)
24: Preventing and Dealing with Debit Card Fraud (4)
20: How Come I’m Not Rich? (112)
06: The Best of Million Dollar Journey – 2013 Edition (1)

December 2013

31: Net Worth Update December 2013 – Year End Summary (14)
27: Understanding Early Retirement with Defined Benefit Pensions (14)
23: Smith Manoeuvre/Dividend Portfolio Year End Update 2013 (11)
12: Top Renovations to Increase Rental Income (2)
09: RESP Portfolio Update – December 2013 (26)
02: Net Worth Update November 2013 (+1.27%) (18)

November 2013

15: 5 Lessons Learned as a First-Time Landlord (12)
12: Reader Mail: $1M House – Should I Downsize my Home? (36)
04: Walmart Credit Card Review (Canada) – How Does it Stack Up? (42)

October 2013

September 2013

August 2013

29: Are you too focused on Risk Reduction vs. Growth? (25)
22: Alternatives to Declaring Bankruptcy (0)
14: How to Earn More Cash Back Rewards (22)
07: Considering a Trade? This is How an Apprenticeship Works! (2)
05: Scotiabank American Express Gold Review (11)

July 2013

29: Net Worth Update July 2013 (+1.89%) – Strong Market Moves! (31)
24: How to Read and Understand Business News (19)
21: How SPOUSAL RRSPs Work (131)
09: Top No Fee Rewards Credit Cards in Canada (72)
08: Smith Manoeuvre/Dividend Portfolio Update – July 2013 (24)
04: Capital Gains Refund Mechanism – Why Mutual Fund and ETF Investors Potentially Pay Less Tax (13)
02: Net Worth Update June 2013 (+0.17%) – Summer Stock Market Volatility (11)

June 2013

27: The History of Pension Plans in Canada (5)
18: Knowing When to Buy Dividend Stocks (22)
14: Top Canadian Stock Screeners (44)
12: Employer Bankrupt? Try the Wage Earner Protection Program! (1)
10: How Stop Loss Orders Work (13)
08: MBNA Smart Cash Credit Card – Best Credit Card in Canada? (179)
03: Net Worth Update May 2013 (+1.61%) – Sell in May and Go Away? (14)

May 2013

29: Consumer Problems and Recourses (2)
27: Low Cost Currency Conversion with DLR/DLR.U ETF (57)
16: How to Buy Stocks and Sell Shares on the Stock Market (43)
15: New Horizons for Seniors Program (0)
13: 6 Ways to Save Money on your Disney World Vacation (24)
08: How to File Your Rental Income Taxes (28)

April 2013

29: Net Worth Update April 2013 (+0.92%) (11)
24: Canadian Youth Business Foundation Programs (0)
22: Timing the Market vs. Buy and Hold (104)
10: Canada Small Business Financing Program (5)
03: Cashing Out Your Pension: The Small Benefit Rule (6)
01: Net Worth Update March 2013 (+2.19%) (25)

March 2013

27: Energy Efficiency Programs/Financial Incentives – Saskatchewan and Manitoba (0)
18: Low Cost ETFs – Canadian Vanguard ETFs (40)
11: What’s in My RRSP? (28)
04: Net Worth Update February 2013 (+1.15%) (38)
03: The American Express SPG (Starwood) Credit Card (39)

February 2013

25: The Differences between Permanent and Term Insurance (31)
21: How to Calculate Pension Maximum Transfer Value (MTV) (5)
18: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio – February 2013 (16)
11: Case Study: Figuring Out Your Optimal RRSP/TFSA Conbribution (10)
06: Why the Second Million is MUCH Easier (100)
04: 7 Steps to Determine Your Optimal RRSP/TFSA Contribution Strategy (26)
01: Net Worth Update January 2013 (+4.53%) (15)

January 2013

30: How to Search for and Claim an Unclaimed Balance (3)
21: The Optimal RRSP/TFSA Contribution (7)
16: Important Pension Plan Changes for Ontario Members (4)
14: How to Calculate Annual Investment Returns Using XIRR (44)
09: Pension Basics: Defined Benefit Pension Plan Payout Formulas (6)
03: Top Stock Picks 2012 – Year End Results (11)
02: How to Live Frugally in B.C. (34)

December 2012

31: Net Worth Update December 2012 (+1.75%) – Year End Summary and Giveaway Winners (39)
19: RESP Portfolio Update – December 2012 (31)
17: In 2013 the TFSA Contribution Limit Increases to $5500 (19)
05: Consumer Price Index (CPI): How Does It Affect Me? (37)
03: Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (4)

November 2012

30: Net Worth Update November 2012 (+1.04%) (12)
26: Retail Store Advertisement Strategies (3)
21: Not Retired Yet? Ignore the 4% Withdrawal Rule (19)
19: Emergency Fund: Does Everyone Really Need One? (23)
05: The Pros and Cons of Insuring your Children (11)
02: Net Worth Update October 2012 (+1.36%) (5)

October 2012

31: Financial Security Comes from a Huge Nest Egg (136)
27: Ask the Readers: What’s in Your Wallet? (52)
22: Are You Ready to be a Landlord? (13)
17: Make the Most of Flexible Benefits (9)
15: How Labor Unions Work (10)
11: RBC and Shoppers Drug Mart Optimum…Debit Card? (4)
03: Net Worth Update September 2012 (+1.84%) – The Unlikely Rally (18)
01: Top Stock Picks 2012 – Q3 Results (11)

September 2012

24: MORE Cash Back with MBNA Smart Cash Card (18)
12: When to Pay Back the Home Buyer’s Plan (15)
10: 6 Ways to Invest in Gold (37)

August 2012

31: Net Worth Update August 2012 (+1.53%) – End of the Summer Rally? (12)
22: Learn How to Haggle in 6 Easy Steps (8)
22: Credit Card Arbitrage I – How Does it Work? (43)
20: 30 Year Mortgages Are Better Than You Think (18)
15: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio – August 2012 (26)
08: How to Write a Business Plan (4)
06: Reader Mail: ETFs vs No Load Mutual Funds and Starting a Financial Journey (11)
01: The Cost of Canadian Ivy League Schools (22)

July 2012

30: Net Worth Update July 2012 (+1.47%) – Market Bounce? (18)
27: The Beginner’s Guide to Saving & Investing for Canadians – Book Announcement and Giveaway (90)
25: Ways to Save Money while Attending University (4)
18: Starting a Business? Here are the Four Business Types in Canada (2)
16: How Payday Loan Schemes Work (18)
11: Escape these Unwanted Fees (8)
10: CIBC Investors Edge Review (28)
09: How Rent to Own Houses Work in Canada (33)
06: Top Stock Picks 2012 – Q2 Results (4)
02: It’s Not the Bear You See (14)

June 2012

29: Net Worth Update June 2012 (+1.69%) – Growth Chart Edition (11)
13: Spending Summer on a Budget (4)
11: The Cost of Ivy League Schools (35)
04: How Not to Move Back In With Your Parents – Book Review and Giveaway (72)

May 2012

31: Net Worth Update May 2012 (+0.66%) (9)
28: 6 Things to do Before a Job Interview (14)
24: Cut the Home Phone Line: Talk on the Phone for Less (23)
14: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio – May 2012 (18)
02: What is Venture Capital? (2)

April 2012

30: Net Worth Update April 2012 (+0.25%) (24)
11: Use Your Business to Pay for Personal Tax Deductible Expenses (16)
09: Canadian Tax Deductions and Tax Credits (5)
04: A Primer on the Pension Benefits Guarantee Fund (1)
02: Top Stock Picks 2012 – Q1 Results (4)

March 2012

30: Net Worth Update March 2012 (+0.98%) (13)
28: 10 Ways to Save Money on Groceries Without Coupons (34)
21: A Primer on BRIC (9)
19: How Much Does a Tim Hortons Franchise Cost and Profit? (88)
14: MBNA Worldpoints Mastercard Review (18)
12: Managing Other People’s Money (11)
07: A Primer on Delisted Stocks (15)
05: How Testamentary Trusts Work (13)
02: Net Worth Update Feb 2012 (+1.91%) – Market Gains Edition (27)

February 2012

22: The Joys and Pitfalls of Downsizing your Home (19)
15: Top 5 Asset Allocation Strategies (124)
13: How Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs) Work (4)
01: Are Junk Bonds for You? (10)

January 2012

30: Net Worth Update Jan 2012 (+2.16%) – A Fresh Start! (42)
25: Joining a Pension Plan? A Closer Look at PAs, PARs and PSPAs (2)
23: Reader Mail: New Graduate, TD e-Series, RRSP or Non-Reg? (21)
20: Financial Quackery Video (25)
18: A Primer on American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) (12)
16: The Basics of the Health Spending Account (20)
11: A Primer on (Market) Equity linked GICs (15)
06: Attributes of a Successful Entrepreneur (12)
03: Top Stock Picks 2012 and Results (11)

December 2011

30: Net Worth Update Dec 2011 (+0.97%) – Year End Summary (20)
29: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio – December 2011 (17)
28: Lifecycle Investing – The Benefits of Diversifying Across Time (30)
21: Ultrashort Term Bond Funds (4)
18: Why Cash is King (25)
14: Tax Considerations for Self-Employed People (16)
12: Net Worth Update Nov 2011 (+0.93%) – Santa Claus Rally? (13)
08: Is my Defined Benefit Pension Safe? (22)

November 2011

30: Company Stock Buybacks (11)
28: The Worried Boomer by Derek Foster – Book Review and Giveaway (171)
23: Callable Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GIC) (11)
21: Ask the Readers: Is it possible to earn $90,000 in salary by age 30? (158)
07: Canada’s Most Expensive and Lowest Cost MBA Programs (22)
02: Types of Business Models (6)

October 2011

31: Net Worth Update Oct 2011 (+2.66%) – Market Bottom? (16)
28: Pension Basics: Selecting a Form of Pension Payout (10)
26: How Leveraged ETFs Work (2)
24: How to Save Money at Costco (42)
12: A Primer on Closed-end Funds (3)
05: Socially Responsible Investing (3)
03: Top Stock Picks 2011 – Q3 (7)

September 2011

30: Net Worth Update Sept 2011 (-0.64%) – The Volatility Continues (26)
28: What is a Pension Adjustment (PA)? (12)
26: Analyzing Financial Statements – Cashflow Statement (0)
21: Capital One Aspire Cash World and Aspire Platinum Review (23)
19: Scotia iTrade Offers Commission Free ETFs! (10)
12: Analyzing Financial Statements – The Income Statement (1)
09: Pension Basics: The Commuted Value (16)
07: Analyzing Financial Statements – The Balance Sheet (7)

August 2011

31: Net Worth Update August 2011 (-0.92%) – Market Correction Edition (11)
24: A Primer on Futures Contracts – II (2)
12: A Primer on Futures Contracts – I (4)
10: Top 5 Pension Myths (16)
08: POLL: Market Correction – Are You Buying, Selling, or Holding? (35)
05: Covered Call ETF Flaws (2)
01: Top US Dollar Credit Cards in Canada (26)

July 2011

29: Weekend Reading: US Debt Crisis, No Couch Potato and Frugal Living (6)
27: Net Worth Update July 2011 (+1.69%) – Rising Rates Edition (24)
26: Shopping in the U.S – Duty Free Allowances (39)
18: Estate Planning – Where is Your Money Going? (23)
13: 6 Easy Ways to Reduce your Grocery Bill (34)
11: Why we Switched Our Cell Phone from Rogers to PC Mobile (46)
07: Little-known Canadian Benefit Programs – II (Disabilities) (9)
05: Top Stock Picks 2011 – Q2 Results (4)
04: Net Worth Update June 2011 (+1.50) (16)

June 2011

29: Little Known Canadian Benefit Programs – I (Learning Bond, CPP, Grants, NRC) (6)
24: How I Graduated from University Debt-Free (19)
22: Major Stock Market Indices (4)
20: How Much Does the Queen Make? (13)
15: A Primer on Money Market Funds (3)
13: How to Maximize Loyalty Reward Points (30)
10: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio – June 2011 (19)
08: A Primer on Forex Trading (11)
06: Ask the Readers: Can One Save Too Much Money? (35)
03: Extra Cash, LinkedIn, Simple Retirement and More (7)
01: Technical Risk Ratios (6)

May 2011

April 2011

29: Net Worth Update April 2011 (+0.66%) – Middle Class Definition? (28)
27: Types of Stock Chart Patterns (8)
20: Children and Capital Gain in Cottage Country (24)
18: Free at 45 – Book Review and Giveaway (134)
15: Types of Stock Charts (10)
11: Top Financial Products For Canadians (21)
04: Top Stock Picks 2011 – Q1 Results (16)

March 2011

30: Net Worth Update March 2011 (+1.55%) (23)
28: Moolala Book Review and Giveaway (153)
23: StudioTax Review (19)
23: Back to Basics: How Self Directed RRSP’s Work (30)
21: Canadians Buying Property in Florida – The Tax Issues (240)
16: Primer on Mutual Fund Fees – Ownership Fees (11)
14: Buying Foreclosures in Canada – The Process (10)
07: Painting a Room – DIY or Hire a Professional? (42)
04: Income Splitting and Permanent Life Insurance (18)
02: A Primer on Mutual Fund Fees – Sales Load (40)

February 2011

28: Net Worth Update February 2011 (+1.56%) (27)
23: Identifying All Star Fund Managers II – Finding the All Stars (22)
09: A Primer on Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) Terminology (7)
08: Manulife ONE Mortgage Review (299)
07: Groupon Review – Is it Here to Stay? (40)
04: Converting a Principal Residence into a Rental Property – The Solution! (59)
02: Living without a TV (51)

January 2011

31: Net Worth Update January 2011 (+3.61) (28)
26: An Interview with Derek Foster (49)
24: The Idiot Millionaire by Derek Foster – Review and Giveaway (262)
21: Financial Goals for 2011 – What are Yours? (31)
19: Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA) vs Dollar Value Averaging (DVA) (24)
17: Opening a Bank Account for a Toddler (20)
10: 2010 Financial Goals Evaluation (15)
06: Why Low Interest Rates Are A Good Thing (31)
03: Top Stock Picks for 2011 – What Are Your Picks? (38)
02: Top Stock Pick Results from 2010 (10)

December 2010

29: Net Worth Update Dec 2010 (+1.87%) – Year End Summary (31)
22: Bah Humbug! : 3 Ways to Be More Like Scrooge (24)
15: Lending Money to Friends (32)
13: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio – December 2010 (33)
10: Ways to Buy Preferred Stocks – Primer on Preferred Stocks V (1)
08: How RRSP Withdrawals Work (15)
01: Have You Forgotten That Stock Markets Go Up? (23)

November 2010

29: Net Worth Update November 2010 (+1.49%) (25)
26: Preferred Stock Selection Criteria – Primer on Preferred Stocks IV (4)
24: How we Paid off our Mortgage in 3 Years (100)
17: How Much Does a Year of Happiness Cost? (56)
15: Succession Planning of the Family Chief Financial Officer (CFO) (18)
12: The Types of Preferred Stocks – A Primer on Preferred Stocks III (3)
10: RRSP or TFSA with a Defined Benefit Pension? (27)
08: Ways to Save Money on Winter Tires (25)
03: Preferred Stocks vs. Bonds – A Primer on Preferred Stocks II (7)
01: Net Worth Update October 2010 (+1.78%) (46)

October 2010

29: Preferred vs. Common Stocks – A Primer on Preferred Stocks I (10)
25: Wealth Building Tips for New College/University Graduates (28)
20: Tenant Demographics – Canadian Apartment Investment Conference (12)
18: The RESP Book – Review and Giveaway (122)
15: A Primer on Real Return Bonds (8)
13: 4 Critical Mistakes in Retirement Planning (23)
08: Top Stock Picks 2010 Quarterly Update (Oct) (13)
06: Canadian Apartment Investment Conference – REIT Executive Panel (9)
04: Net Worth Update September 2010 (+2.06%) (26)
01: Interview with Greg Romundt, President and CEO of Centurion Apartment REIT – Part II (11)

September 2010

August 2010

31: Why the Long Term Growth of the Economy is Not Relevant to Investing (33)
30: Net Worth Update August 2010 (+1.56) – RRSP Contribution (33)
26: The Downside of Owning REITs (14)
24: Landlord-Tenant Relationship (A Tenant’s Perspective) (13)
23: CPPIB and Highway 407 (21)
17: Overseas Canadian Residents and Tax Returns (22)
12: Why the Economy is Not Relevant to Investing (40)
10: The Myth of Positive Cash Flow (28)
03: 8 Ways to Save Money in Europe (15)
02: Net Worth Update July 2010 (+1.49%) (21)

July 2010

27: Should University Students Contribute to an RRSP? (26)
26: A Primer on Bonds – II (Investing in Bonds) (18)
22: A Primer on Bonds – I (The Types of Bonds) (21)
20: Deciphering the Insurance Puzzle – II (Universal Life, Disability, Critical Illness) (29)
19: Deciphering the Insurance Puzzle – I (CMHC, Mortgage Life, and Term Life) (19)
14: Closet Indexers vs. Stock Pickers – Truly Active Managers Outperform (24)
12: An Investment Loan and Excess Cash (41)
08: Learning the Hard Way and Being Ready to Learn (10)
06: Truly Active Managers Outperform – Being Different is Key (31)
05: Financial Goals Mid Year Update 2010 (23)

June 2010

30: Net Worth Update June 2010 (+1.45%) (28)
28: Can British Petroleum (BP) Go Bankrupt? (16)
24: Landlord Math – Cap Rate and Return on Investment (44)
22: Ask the Readers: Increase in Canada Pension Plan (CPP)? (65)
16: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio Update – June 2010 (22)
14: REIT Analysis using Funds from Operations (FFO) (18)
09: How to Attract the Best Tenants (9)
01: The Importance of Paying Attention to Financial Statements (13)

May 2010

31: Net Worth Update May 2010 (+2.67) – Sell in May and Go Away? (13)
26: Residential vs. Commercial Real Estate Investment Comparison (15)
21: Best of Money Blogs 2010: Vote for Million Dollar Journey! (11)
20: The Basics of Credit Reports (21)
19: Old Age Security and the OAS Clawback (13)
18: Mortgages that are Not Being Renewed (51)
17: The Cost of Maintaining the Perfect Lawn (37)
11: The Art of Tenant Selection (38)
06: Owning Rental Property vs Owning REITs (63)
03: How the Age and Pension Amount Tax Credit Works (18)

April 2010

29: April 2010 Net Worth Update (+1.34%) – New Beginnings Edition (17)
28: Backing Up Your (Personal Finance) Data To The Cloud (37)
27: Top Platinum Credit Cards in Canada (26)
22: Canadian Real Estate Board VS Competition Commissioner (41)
21: Case Study: Saving for an MBA Education (25)
20: Avoid the 5-Year Fixed Mortgage Trap (226)
19: Preparing for the Income Tax Deadline: Small Business/Rental Properties (11)
15: Buying a Car at an Auto Auction (20)
14: The Secret World of Private Banking (22)
12: Retirement Income ETF Portfolio (18)
07: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio Update – April 2010 (14)
06: The Business of Owning Income Properties (16)
02: Top Stock Picks 2010 Quarterly Update (April) (4)
01: How Big is Your Financial Safety Net? (27)

March 2010

31: March 2010 Net Worth Update (+2.03) (14)
30: Some Common Questions About Annuities (4)
29: In-Kind Transfers of Non-Registered Stocks to an RRSP/TFSA (12)
24: Making Money in Real Estate (44)
23: Aligning Your Dreams, Financial and Otherwise (13)
22: RESP Portfolio Update – March 2010 (22)
18: How Annuities Work (68)
17: Breaking Up is Hard to Do: Transitioning Well from One Job to Another (9)
16: Free iPhone Apps that Save You Money (Canadians) (23)
15: Capital Gains Tax Within a Corporation (34)
12: TFSA vs RRSP – Clawbacks & Income Tax on Seniors (77)
11: Life’s Lessons Are Not School Chemistry Chapters (25)
10: Your Worst Enemy When Investing in Stocks (29)
09: I Quit! 6 Signs It May be Time to Move On (21)
04: Is It Smart To Co-Sign for Your Child? (30)
01: Feb 2010 Net Worth Update (+1.54) (23)

February 2010

23: QuickTax Platinum Download Review and Giveaway (89)
22: 10 Ways to Save Money on a New Car (34)
17: New Mortgage Rules for Canadians (35)
15: What My First Job Taught Me (29)
11: Money Saving Tips – Automotive Edition (29)
10: Spousal RRSP Loophole? (19)
08: Roadside Assistance Comparison (75)
04: Six Common Myths about Stock Market Returns (51)
01: Tax Optimizing the Couch Potato Portfolio (26)

January 2010

28: Talking About Finances With Your Aging Parents … or Grown Kids (11)
27: Common Myths about Stock Market Risk (29)
26: Jan 2010 Net Worth Update (+4.43) (16)
20: Claiming Extended Warranty with Your Credit Card (25)
14: Catching up on RESP Contributions/CESG (10)
13: My Financial Goals for 2010 (40)
12: Workplace Culture Shock: Adjusting to a New Company Culture (22)
11: Book Review and Giveaway: Your Money Ratios (104)
06: 2009 Financial Goals Evaluation (19)
04: Tuition, Education, Textbook and Student Loan Tax Credit (43)
02: Top 4 Stock Picks for 2010 (23)
01: 2009 Stock Picks Competition Results (4)

December 2009

31: Dec 2009 Net Worth Update (+2.11%) – Year End Summary (33)
30: Case Study: Mark the IT Contractor (20)
25: Happy Holidays from Million Dollar Journey (4)
21: Tooth Fairy Economy (31)
17: Smith Manoeuvre Update December 2009 (15)
14: How to Avoid or Reduce Bank Fees (34)
12: Write for Million Dollar Journey (3)
09: Selling Hope: The Ethics of Lottery Tickets (62)
03: Financial Pet Peeves (59)
02: Rent a House to my Parents? (17)
01: Claiming Capital Loss from a Delisted Stock (23)

November 2009

30: Nov 2009 Net Worth Update (+1.65%) (25)
26: Unlimited Chequing Accounts in Canada (69)
25: Case Study: Retirement Soon, RRSP or Mortgage? (27)
24: 3 Principles of Successful Investors Part 2 (11)
23: How Car Lease Payments are Calculated (17)
19: 3 Principles of Successful Investors Part 1 (26)
10: Top Low-Cost Canadian DRIP Stocks Ranked by Yield, Dividend Growth and Discounts (54)
09: Losing My Wallet (21)
07: Best of Million Dollar Journey Oct 2009 (4)
05: Why Canadians Don’t Redeem Coupons (29)
04: Funding Your Childs Post Secondary Education (39)
03: When Money Doesn’t Matter (54)
02: Adding (non borrowed) Cash to a Leveraged Portfolio (27)

October 2009

30: Book Giveaway, Variable Discount and Weekend Links (16)
28: Oct 2009 Net Worth Update (+1.58%): Halloween Edition (20)
26: SUPER TRADER – Book Review and Giveaway (18)
23: Prime – 0.25% for MDJ Readers and Weekend Links (12)
22: Tips for Buying and Selling on Kijiji (or Craigslist) (31)
21: Proposed TFSA Changes (26)
19: Prepaid Mastercard and Visa Credit Card Comparison Canada (47)
14: How Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) Works (25)
09: Best of Million Dollar Journey: Sept 2009 (2)
08: Does Your Advisor have Your Best Interest at Heart? (40)
07: The Secret Language of Money – Book Review and Giveaway (190)
05: Federal Politician Salaries – Higher Than You Think (50)
04: Stock Picks for 2009 Quarterly Update (Oct) (7)

September 2009

30: Sept 2009 Net Worth Update (+2.78%) – Pension Buy Back Edition (21)
29: Scotia Momentum Cash Back Visa Review (37)
28: Car Leasing Tip – Increase Your Security Deposit (30)
23: Making Tax Installment Payments (14)
22: What’s Important About Money to You? (29)
21: Creating Super Human Kids (60)
17: Don’t Be Afraid of Finances – Just simplify them (20)
16: Small Business Banking Account Comparison (53)
14: Lessons Learned from the Dragons Den (Shark Tank) (24)
11: First Home, Budget Spreadsheets, Gold and More (11)
09: Canadian Bank Accounts for Kids (30)
08: How to Setup a Corporation in Canada (22)
04: Best of Million Dollar Journey: August 2009 (3)
03: Converting a Principal Residence into a Rental Property (67)
02: MBNA SPG Credit Card Discontinued? (35)

August 2009

31: August 2009 Net Worth Update (+1.70%) (27)
27: Flipping Houses for Profit (42)
25: How Canada Savings Bonds and Canada Premium Bonds Work (12)
20: How to Save Money on Travel (29)
19: Direxion Triple Leverage ETF’s (20)
18: What is a GIC and is it Something I Want? (24)
12: Case Study: High Income and Consumer Debt Free (37)
11: Smith Manouevre Portfolio August 2009 – Where is the Correction? (37)
10: Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) and GIS Clawback (55)
07: Best of Million Dollar Journey: July 2009 (4)
04: Currency Exchange – Getting the Best Deal (54)
02: Sunday Links – August 2, 2009 (0)

July 2009

30: July 2009 Net Worth Update (+1.75%): Big Home Expenses (24)
29: Case Study: Financial Priorities (53)
28: How to Pay off Debt: Lowest Balance or Highest Interest First? (33)
27: Buying a Car from the U.S – The Pros/Cons and Process (25)
24: Best of Blogs Results and BNN! (10)
23: Buying a Car – The Research (50)
22: To RESP or Not: Should we be funding our children’s higher education? (57)
21: Tax Strategy: Dividend Sprinkling (24)
20: Case Study: Young and Cash Rich (48)
15: Frugal Tip: Make Your Own Wine II – The Process (19)
14: Frugal Tip: Make Your Own Wine I – An Introduction (29)
13: Big Bank Monthly Income Fund Comparison (42)
10: Happier Book Winners and Best of MDJ: June 2009 (5)
07: Money Lessons Learned from Monopoly (19)
06: Tax Deductible Mortgage Plan (TDMP) – Worth It? (63)
05: Stock Picks for 2009 Quarterly Update (July) (15)
02: Common Q & A about Financial Coaching (27)
01: June 2009 Net Worth Update (+2.12%): Car Shopping Edition (27)

June 2009

30: Book Review and Giveaway: Happier (170)
25: Individual Pension Plan (IPP) – An RRSP for the Affluent (10)
23: Worst Case Scenario – How Long Will Your Savings Last? (29)
22: Retired at 31: The Interview (14)
17: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio June 2009 – The Rally Continues! (40)
16: Book Review and Giveaway: The Seven Rules of Wall Street (93)
15: Retired at 31: An Early Retirement Story (43)
12: Book Winners and Best of May 2009 (4)
11: High End Chequing Account Comparison (47)
10: The Prepaid Funeral: Advantages & Disadvantages (35)
04: Wealth Strategy: Offer More Value! (18)
03: 8 Ways to Keep Your Kids Busy this Summer Without Going Broke (13)
02: Book Review and Giveaway: 397 Ways to Save Money (210)

May 2009

28: May 2009 Net Worth Update: Mortgage Pay Down Edition (+5.32%) (35)
25: Consumer Tip: Scanning Code of Practice (59)
21: Case Study: 60 Years Old, Lots of Cash, No Portfolio – The Portfolio (31)
20: Case Study: 60 Years Old, Lots of Cash, No Portfolio – The Income (36)
15: Best of Million Dollar Journey April 2009 (12)
14: Reader Mail: What to do with $5,000? (49)
13: Money For Nothing: And Your Stocks for FREE – Book Review (22)
12: Investment Strategies II – Active Investing (15)
07: Should You Break Your Mortgage For a Lower Rate? (42)
06: Defined Benefit Pension vs Defined Contribution Pension (36)

April 2009

30: April 2009 Net Worth Update: Bull Market? (+4.12%) (30)
29: 7 Ways Saving Money is like Losing Weight (22)
28: Charitable Donations – Within a Corporation or Personal? (17)
22: Do You Plan to Leave Anything Behind? (30)
21: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio April 2009 – The Turning Point? (45)
20: My Million Dollar Journey – Some Lessons Learned (16)
17: Forum Winners and Best of March 2009 (6)
15: How to Claim Your Home Office (42)
14: Primer on Mortgage Investment Corporations (MICs) (42)
10: Forum Giveaway and Weekend Reading (9)
09: Ask the Readers: Is Organic Food Worth it? (61)
06: How to Hedge Against High Inflation (22)
05: Stock Competition 2009 Quarterly Update (April) and $1000 Giveaway! (11)
03: Announcing Canadian Money Forum (and Giveaway) (28)
01: 6 Ways to Lower Your Phone Bill (37)

March 2009

31: March 2009 Net Worth Update: Market Rally Edition (+1.92%) (29)
30: Ask the Readers: Is Your Home an Investment? (45)
18: How Capital Cost Allowance Works (CCA) (64)
13: Best of Million Dollar Journey: February 2009 (3)
12: Rental Properties – To incorporate or not to incorporate… (37)
10: American Express Business Gold – Free Flight for Signing Up! (38)
05: Feb 2009 Net Worth Update (-2.29%): Landlord No Longer Edition (20)
04: Frugal Tip: Sleep on it (23)

February 2009

25: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio – Feb 2009 (25)
24: Pilgrimage to Warren Buffett’s Omaha – Book Review and Giveaway (149)
23: Holding a Mortgage within an RRSP (80)
19: RRSP Tip: Carry Forward Your RRSP Tax Deduction (55)
18: The New Retirement Book Review and Discussion (21)
17: How to Get Free HDTV (in Canada) (57)
13: Best of Million Dollar Journey: January 2009 (5)
12: Yours, Mine, and Ours – Deciding Who Pays the Bills (57)
11: RESP Portfolio Update – Feb 2009 (15)
10: How to Take Advantage of the Market After the Crash of 2008 (60)
05: Can You Invest Solely in ETF’s? (15)
04: Protect Your Savings: CDIC and CIPF Explained (17)
03: Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) – How should we use it? (33)
02: January 2009 Net Worth Update (+2.94%) (23)

January 2009

27: Federal Budget 2009: Home Renovation Tax Credit/Deduction/Refund and More (54)
27: No Hype – The Straight Goods on Investing Your Money: Book Review and Giveaway (173)
26: Income Trust Distributions and Taxation (28)
22: Important Dividend Dates – Ex and Cum Dividend (15)
20: Rich Brother Rich Sister Book Review and Giveaway (131)
19: 6 Reasons Why Recessions are a Good Thing! (33)
17: Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) (236)
13: 9 Ways I Reduced My Taxes Last Year (34)
07: Case Study: Paul and Melanie Want to Buy a House (71)
06: 2008 Financial Goals Report Card (22)
05: How We Feed Our Family of Four on $100 a Week (29)
02: Best of Million Dollar Journey: 2008 Edition (3)
01: Stock Picking Competition for 2009 – My 4 Stock Picks (15)

December 2008

31: December 2008 Net Worth Update (-0.45%) (18)
30: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio – Dec 2008 (15)
29: How Registered Retirement Income Funds (RRIF) Work (10)
22: Frugal Tip: Use a Credit Card (41)
16: 150+ Ways to Save Money Over the Holidays (18)
15: Earn More than You Spend (39)
10: Saving Energy with a Heat Pump (37)
05: Best of Million Dollar Journey: Nov 2008 (2)
03: What Have I Learned from this Bear Market? (27)
02: The Frugal Billionaires (30)
01: November 2008 Net Worth Update (-1.59%) (26)

November 2008

26: Teaching Children about Money with The Moonjar (17)
25: Ask the Readers: Advice during a Bear Market? (29)
20: Common Job Interview Questions (19)
19: Job Interview Tips (18)
18: Book Review and Giveaway: Killing Sacred Cows (153)
14: More Stock Trading Videos and Super Weekend Reading (8)
13: Top 4 Tax Free Savings Account Strategies (80)
12: Leveraged Investing and Prime Interest Rates (15)
07: Best of Million Dollar Journey – October 2008 Edition (6)
06: TFSA Contribution Room (119)
05: Millionaires Corner: QCash’s Portfolio Holdings (26)

October 2008

30: October 2008 Net Worth Update (-0.26%) (27)
29: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio – October 2008 (26)
28: Upcoming Tax Free Savings Accounts (TFSA) (76)
27: A Lower Dollar – How Does it Affect You? (24)
23: Holding Corporations: What are they and Are they for me? (9)
22: Reader Mail: 24 and Clueless (Rent vs. Buy) (36)
20: Value Investing like Benjamin Graham (21)
16: Frugal Tip: Give Yourself an Allowance (45)
14: How I Lost $200K Without Losing Any Sleep (21)
09: The Smith Maneouvre during a Market Crash (45)
08: Doctor (Physician) Salaries – Not as High as You Think (195)
07: Book Review and Giveaway: When Markets Collide (67)
03: Best of Million Dollar Journey: Sept 2008 (6)
02: Using Universal Life Insurance with Corporations (32)

September 2008

30: September 2008 Net Worth Update (+0.34%) (15)
29: Real Estate Crash in Canada? (117)
25: Reader Mail: Career in Financial Services? (15)
23: Sell Stock to Pay Down Debt? (16)
16: Canadian Online DVD Rental Comparison (36)
15: Choosing a Baby Daycare Center – 10 Questions to Ask (22)
09: What is considered savings? (21)
05: Best of Million Dollar Journey: August 2008 (2)
04: A Peek into a Millionaire’s Account Structure (13)
03: A Breakdown of My Expenses (35)
02: Book Review and Giveaway: Work The System (93)

August 2008

31: Labour Day Weekend Roundup – Aug 31, 2008 (6)
29: August 2008 Net Worth Update (+1.27%) (32)
28: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio – August 2008 (22)
27: 4 Reasons Why Index Investing May Not Be for You (56)
26: Should I Withdraw from RRSP’s to Pay Credit Card Debt? RRSP Withholding Tax Explained! (61)
25: Top 10 Foodie Millionaires (13)
20: The Psychology of Money (13)
19: Private Canadian Corporations and Taxes – Scenarios (24)
18: Private Canadian Corporations and Taxes – The Basics (20)
16: Saturday Money Links – August 16, 2008 (1)
15: Carnivals, News, and Costco – Aug 15, 2008 (6)
14: The Million Dollar Journey and Defined Benefit Pensions: Are You There Already? (8)
13: Why You Need a Will and The Basics of Estate Planning (13)
11: Cash Back Mortgages are a Bad Idea (61)
08: Best of Million Dollar Journey: July 2008 (5)
06: Ask the Readers: How have higher gas prices affected you? (27)
05: MoneySense Magazine Net Worth Milestones (29)
03: Sunday Morning Reading – August 3, 2008 (1)

July 2008

31: July 2008 Net Worth Update (+0.54%) (17)
30: $1.8 Million Net Worth – How I Got From There to Here (16)
29: How Stock Margin Works – The Basics (9)
28: Mid Year Investment Portfolio Checkup 2008 (36)
22: Book Review and Giveaway: The Answer (76)
18: E-Trade, Seat Sales and Weekend Reading – July 18, 2008 (10)
16: Visa Infinite Credit Cards (40)
14: Disability Insurance Feature – Return of Premium (20)
10: Risk Management via Insurance – Critical Illness Insurance (19)
08: BCE – A Buying Opportunity? (27)
04: Best of Million Dollar Journey: June 2008 (7)
03: Risk Management via Insurance – Disability Insurance (22)
01: Ask the Readers: What does Retirement Mean to You? (19)

June 2008

30: June 2008 Net Worth Update (+2.09%) (10)
30: Smith Maneouvre Portfolio – June 2008 (28)
28: More Weekend Reading – June 28, 2008 (1)
26: Risk Management via Insurance – Life Insurance (14)
24: Ask the Readers: Favorite Discount Brokerage? (13)
23: Top 10 Ways to Save Money in University/College (22)
17: Double Your Market Exposure with Horizons BetaPro ETFs (21)
12: Reader Mail: Beginner Trader (11)
11: The Opportunity Cost of Having an Emergency Fund (17)
10: Book Review and Giveaway: The Intelligent Portfolio (88)
09: Hybrid vs. Gasoline Vehicle Comparison – Are Hybrid Vehicles Worth it? (96)
06: Best of Million Dollar Journey: May 2008 (1)
03: Fundamental vs Regular Index Funds/ETF’s (7)
02: Fundamental Index Funds/ETF’s – The Basics (12)

May 2008

29: May 2008 Net Worth Update (+3.12%) (23)
28: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio – May 2008 (29)
22: The High Cost of the Manulife One Mortgage (157)
21: Why your Retirement Account is NOT an Emergency Fund (12)
20: Book Review: The 10 Biggest Investment Mistakes Canadians Make and How to Avoid Them (4)
15: How Return OF Capital Works (33)
13: Book Review and Giveaway: Does Your Bag Have Holes? (48)
09: Welcome to the New Server! (4)
08: Personal Finance Across Borders I – Retirement Accounts (20)
07: Book Review and Giveaway: The House Flipping Answer Book (64)
06: Million Dollar Journey on GlobeInvestor.com! (15)
06: MoneyTalk LIVE with TD Waterhouse II (8)
05: MoneyTalk LIVE with TD Waterhouse I (1)
02: Best of Million Dollar Journey: April 2008 (10)
01: The RESP Strategy (73)

April 2008

30: April 2008 Net Worth Update (+1.65%) (18)
29: Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio – April 2008 (30)
28: Financial Infidelity – The Leading Cause of Divorce? (34)
24: Getting Organized for Tax Season (21)
23: Ask the Readers: Giving Money as a Gift, How Much? (50)
17: The KISS Principle (7)
15: Having a Newborn – Getting Down to Business (22)
14: New Car every 10 years or Used Car every 5? (65)
10: TFSA vs. RRSP – Best Retirement Vehicle? (57)
08: Tradefreedom Discount Brokerage Review (95)
07: Income Property Financing for New Investors (32)
04: Best of Million Dollar Journey: March 2008 (2)
01: Book Review: Every Family’s Business (10)

March 2008

31: March 2008 Net Worth Update: (+1.17%) (8)
27: Differences in Non-Refundable Tax Credits and Tax Deductions (22)
26: Saving Strategy: Avoid Upgrading Your Housing (46)
25: Sustainability, Sustainable Development, and Financial Health (7)
22: Hosting the Carnival of Personal Finance (3)
20: Informal In-Trust Accounts (15)
17: Book Review: Rich Dad’s Increase Your Financial IQ (23)
11: Book Review and Giveaway: Fast Profits in Hard Times (101)
04: 30 Personal Finance Rules of Thumb (37)
03: Determining our Life Insurance Needs II – Scenario (8)

February 2008

29: Best of Million Dollar Journey: Feb 2008 (1)
28: Feb 2008 Net Worth Update (+2.69%) (12)
26: Determining our Life Insurance Needs I – Criteria (32)
25: 8 Things to do Before Closing on a House (23)
21: Best and Worst Used Vehicles of 2007 (47)
19: Leaving Canada? What about RRSPs? (17)
18: Saving Strategy: Eat Before You Go Out (15)
14: Ask the Readers: Talking about Money? (33)
12: Think or Swim Discount Brokerage Review (56)
11: RRSP Loan Strategy (33)
07: Just Starting out with RRSP’s (20)
04: Book Review: RRSP’s (29)
01: Best of Million Dollar Journey: Jan 2008 (7)

January 2008

31: Jan 2008 Net Worth Update (+1.04%) (13)
29: Book Review: Retire Rich from Real Estate (10)
28: Save Money Online with Great Canadian Rebates – Chapters Coupon (16)
24: Prepaid Wireless Plan Comparison (58)
23: Finding Passive/Alternative Income Streams (37)
17: Shopping for a Newborn II – Summary and Tips (13)
15: Book Review – A Million Bucks by 30 (7)
10: Reader Mail: Babe in the Woods II (24)
09: VISA Stock/IPO is going to be Huge! (26)
08: Book Review: The Lazy Investor (28)
02: Financial Goals 2007 Report Card (13)
01: Best of Million Dollar Journey: 2007 Edition (5)

December 2007

31: Dec 2007 Net Worth Update (+2.35%) (15)
27: Reader Mail: Relocating with Lots of Equity in my Home (11)
26: QCash on: Borrowing to Invest: My Exit Strategy? (5)
20: Confessions of a New Car Buyer – Getting the Best Price (20)
19: 5 Ways to Beat the Christmas Rush (11)
14: Stock Trading Weekend – Dec 14, 2007 (0)
14: Best of Million Dollar Journey: Nov 2007 (0)
12: DIY Smith Manoeuvre II – The Readvanceable Mortgages (42)
11: Frugal Trader Junior or Frugal Traderette? (27)
10: Reader Mail: Babe in the Woods (18)
05: Book Review: The Brainwashing of the American Investor (8)
04: Evicting a Tenant (32)

November 2007

30: Nov 2007 Net Worth Update (+0.52%) (11)
29: Confessions of a Car Salesman (47)
28: Rental Property Income Taxes and Deductions (168)
27: How I (try to) Save Money During Christmas (13)
21: Ask the Readers: What is Your Tipping Policy? (40)
14: Book Review: The Key (3)
08: QCash on Investing in Second Mortgages (7)
07: Book/Movie Review: The Secret (11)
01: Wealth Strategy: Buying 2nd Mortgages II (17)

October 2007

31: Oct 2007 Net Worth Update (+2.34%) (12)
30: Wealth Strategy: Buying 2nd Mortgages I (21)
25: Real Estate Tips from InvestmentPropertyInfo.com (2)
24: Landlording and Screening Tenants (53)
17: Book Review: The Engine of America (14)
11: What is your Money Lending Rule? (27)
09: How has Million Dollar Journey affected me? (11)
04: An Early Retirement Update from QCash (8)
02: An Interview with Trader and Author Timothy Sykes (13)
01: Book Review: An American Hedge Fund (11)

September 2007

28: Sept 2007 Net Worth Update (+2.27%) (17)
27: How Convertible Bond Arbitrage Works II (22)
26: How Convertible Bond Arbitrage Works I (19)
20: Reader Mail: Fixing my Past Spending Mistakes… (22)
19: Passive/Alternative Income Update – Sept 2007 (15)
17: RRSP Meltdown Strategy (30)
13: Reader Mail: RRSP Loan… Yes or No? (19)
12: Top Cash Back Credit Card in Canada II – Capital One Aspire Cash World Mastercard (56)
10: How Bond/GIC Ladders Work! (4)
08: $10 off $40 Purchase @ Canadian Tire (3)
05: Full Time Employment Vs. Contract Work (38)
04: Credit Card Arbitrage II – An Analysis (32)

August 2007

30: August 2007 Net Worth Update (+0.11%) (8)
29: Reader Comments: Multiple Streams of Income (35)
27: Reader Mail: Buried in Debt, Help! (21)
24: Probate Fees by Province (4)
22: Conrad Black Lessons: Is “Management Integrity” an Oxymoron? – I (11)
21: Reader Mail: Best Way to Grow a Down Payment? (17)
20: How Much Term Life Insurance Do You Need? (20)
16: Market Turmoil (15)
15: When are you not frugal? (26)
14: Reader Mail: How can the bread winner reduce taxes? (18)
07: National Bank’s All-in-One Review (27)
06: American Express Centurion (Black) Credit Card (44)
04: Ask the Readers: Favorite Frugal Tip? (36)
02: Comparing US Dollar Bank Accounts (28)

July 2007

31: July 2007 Net Worth Update (+1.74%) (14)
28: Ask the Readers: Favorite Rewards Credit Card? (54)
25: Reader Mail: Estate Taxes? (9)
24: The 1% Stock Trading Rule (16)
19: E-Trade (now iTrade) Canada Review (40)
17: Universal Life Insurance – Part 2 (74)
14: Ask the Readers: Favorite Topics? (16)
14: Blog Software Updates (1)
11: Canadian Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) (28)
09: Book Review: Smart Couples Finish Rich (18)
07: Ask the Readers: Sponsored Reviews? (18)
05: Criteria for Purchasing Rental Property (115)
04: 70% of Gross Income Needed for Vancouver Homes! (30)
03: Child Care Benefits: Spousal Amount, UCCB, and CCTB! (45)

June 2007

29: June 2007 Net Worth Update (+1.54%) (21)
28: Home Buying Costs (20)
27: Should Spouse Stay at Home with Kids OR Work? (32)
26: Reader Mail: No Will, Assets Go Where!? (12)
21: Asset Allocation: June 2007 (10)
18: Stock Market Beliefs – Part 2 (1)
15: Stock Market Beliefs – Part 1 (11)
14: Financial Goals Progress: June 2007 (10)
11: Flow Through Share Examples! (5)
06: Reader Mail: Young and Just Starting Out (6)
04: How the RRSP Home Buyers Plan (HBP) Works (268)

May 2007

31: May 2007 Net Worth Update (+3.04% ) (8)
30: Myths about Leveraging into Equities – Part 2 (18)
29: Myths about Leveraging into Equities – Part 1 (6)
24: Should I Incorporate my Small Business? (21)
23: Reader Question: Finances for a Married Couple (14)
22: Dealing with Losing Your Job! (6)
21: Book Review: Rich is a State of Mind (3)
17: Reader Question: When to Switch to ETF’s? (22)
15: Reader Question: Debt or RRSP? (12)
14: Contest: Win a Subscription to the National Post! (13)
10: Passive Income Update – May 2007 (4)
09: Reader Question: Recommended Mutual Funds (6)
07: How Segregated Funds Work! (21)
03: Leveraging into Equities – The ONLY Source of Wealth? (44)

April 2007

30: April 2007 Net Worth Update (+3.53%) (11)
26: Required Down Payment Reduced from 25%->20%! (17)
25: First Time Home Buyer – Down Payment & CMHC (16)
23: Reader Comment: RRSP vs. Mortgage (13)
18: First Time Home Buyer – Qualifying (13)
17: The 4% Retirement Withdrawal Rule (29)
12: Using the Smith Manoeuvre: My Scenario (48)
11: Smith Manoeuvre Calculator/Spreadsheet (99)
02: Young, Rich, and Retired: An Interview with QCash (34)

March 2007

30: March 2007 Net Worth Update (+1.57%) (11)
28: Money Saving Tips for Auto Insurance! (25)
26: Finding the Balance Between Life and Money (15)
22: RBC High Interest eSavings Account! (29)
20: 2007 Federal Budget Disappoints (6)
14: Early Retirement: The CASH FLOW Model (20)
08: Book Review: Stop Working! Here’s How You Can! – By Derek Foster (22)
07: Charitable Donation Tax Credit – Part 2 (Strategies) (13)
06: Charitable Donation Tax Credit – Part 1 (How it Works) (28)
02: Book Review: Spend Smarter, Save Bigger (9)

February 2007

28: February 2007 Net Worth Update (+3.35%) (5)
27: Optimizing RESP contributions (13)
22: Reader Mail: Optimize Pastor Brads Finances! (16)
20: CIBC Offers Low Trading Commissions! (2)
16: Retiring Early – Part 3 (Conclusions) (36)
15: Retiring Early – Part 2 (The Income) (8)
14: Retiring Early – Part 1 (The Expenses) (29)
13: Book Review: Why Swim with the Sharks? (9)
09: Costco Membership Coupon Code and Discount (40)
05: Who should contribute to an RRSP? (81)
01: Monthly Mortgage Payment Multiplier (0)

January 2007

29: Save Gas by Maximizing Mileage via Hypermiling! (6)
26: Passive Income Goals and Update (9)
15: Surviving on $12 000 a year (14)
13: Google offers.. FREE Real-Time Stock Quotes! (10)
12: I’ve Been Tagged! – 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Me (9)
09: January 2007 Net Worth Update (+4.43%) (7)
04: CNNMoney: Millionaires in the Making (4)
02: Book Review: Come into my Trading Room (1)
01: Happy New Year ! (1)

December 2006

30: New Years Eve = Expensive! (1)
26: Christmas Spending? (5)
24: Goals for the New Year (2007)! (14)
21: What if…. You won the lottery? What would you do? (97)
20: Deal of the Week! Air Canada Unlimited Flights! (5)
19: MBNA SPG (Starwood) Credit Card Review (34)
17: Investment Plan – Long and Short Term (4)
10: How did we get here? (48)
09: Net Worth: December 2006 (4)
07: Welcome to my Million Dollar Journey! (1)

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