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Personal commentary from Laurie Campbell, Canada's expert on personal money management

Budgeting is not a four-letter word. . .

October 28th, 2008 by Laurie Campbell

 

A lot of people think budgets don’t work. That’s because: a) they hate the idea of counting every penny they spend b) they cheat on their budget or c) they have an endless supply of money. If you are like me (and most of us are )  the latter doesn’t apply and the first two probably do.  Generally, people do think budgeting is a four-letter word and it is something that is frowned upon, disregarded and a big nuisance.  Well then, call it a spending plan. Now doesn’t that sound better? (more…)

What does a recession mean to you?

October 21st, 2008 by Laurie Campbell

 

Lately in the news, we’ve all been hearing we are in an economic crisis.  People I talk to at Credit Canada and out and about often say, ”My job is stable; I won’t be affected by a recession.” or “I don’t have money in the stock market; I am safe.”  On the surface this may seem like a valid response to these uncertain times .  Here’s the problem as I see it… (more…)

Credit Canada Eviction Notice Commercial

October 20th, 2008 by admin

Below is our award winning commercial featuring a catchy tune from Michelle Harding.