The spending challenge - how to survive off $20 a day

Oct 16, 2017

We asked Kim Marquis from the Chic Confidential to take the Meridian spending challenge to see if she could survive off $20 a day. Check out her blog article and video to see if she managed to achieve this goal and what she learned about her spending habits. ...

How to buy a home in Toronto’s hot real estate market

Oct 03, 2017

Home ownership is a challenging goal for millennials. Maria-Teresa from fashionfoodflair.com shares her ‘first home’ story and advice on how it is possible to own a home in Toronto’s real estate market....

Switching small business banking over to Meridian

Sep 22, 2017

Learn how Mark Munroe from the @maleaddict made the switch to Meridian for a better business banking service....

Small business and individual pension plans

Sep 19, 2017

Business owners are often looking for more tax-sheltering opportunities for their investments. Setting up your own personalized pension plan may be an option....

Proposed 2017 changes to private corporation taxation

Sep 19, 2017

Small business owners could be facing major changes to corporate tax before the end of 2017. Here are the proposals and some thoughts on their implications. ...

The Secret to Marriage and Money

Sep 07, 2017

Now that you’ve tied the knot, joint expenses are all influencing your financial future as a couple. These helpful steps can make sure your finances are as harmoniously intertwined as your lives....

Best ways to take advantage of government education grants

Sep 07, 2017

Doug Carroll, As a parent, you know it’s expensive to raise a child. You also know that it’s not going to get any easier come post-secondary school age. That’s true whether junior remains under your roof, or takes up residence across town or even further away....

Three tips to jump-start your savings as your career gets going

Sep 07, 2017

Doug Carroll, Practice Lead – Tax, Estate and Financial Planning discusses smart savings strategies for young savers and the tax benefits of investing in TFSAs and RRSPs....

Graduating from debt

Sep 05, 2017

Kyle Prevost, a self-proclaimed “millennial money expert” offers great tips to cut your university or college debt sooner than later and living debt-free in a post-grad world. ...

Franchising trends should you be aware of

Aug 21, 2017

Learn what franchising trends you should be aware of and keep in mind when you’re considering buying a franchise. ...

Want to start a business? Four reasons to consider franchising

Aug 21, 2017

If you’re thinking of starting your own business, here are four good reasons to consider buying a franchise. ...

How to buy a franchise

Aug 21, 2017

Learn what to look for and how to purchase a franchise business with this downloadable action plan. ...

Making the switch to Meridian Credit Union

Aug 18, 2017

Here's why Mark Munroe, Founder & CEO of Addicted Magazine, switched to Meridian!...

Interest Rates 101: The good, the bad, and the ugly

Aug 17, 2017

In mid-July, the Bank of Canada raised its key interest rate to 0.75 per cent – the first hike in seven years. Here are a few ways interest rates can work for – and against you. ...

BM Cleaning Service: Scrubbing their way to success in the crowded Toronto market

Aug 17, 2017

The Christous family recently shared their thoughts on the key to building a successful small business, the importance of the local community to their business growth, and their financial journey as they built BM Cleaning Service....

Five things to think about when giving the gift of money

Aug 16, 2017

Money- it's one of those things that everyone needs, but some feel uncomfortable giving as a gift. Sure, you can buy a money holder card, slip some cash inside, sign it and be done. But if you're more of a thoughtful gift giver, here are five handy options that might just fit the bill. ...

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