Category: 6. Life & Lessons
Not everything is about money. In this section, I share what I’ve learned outside of personal finance — from education and schools, to everyday life lessons, to product purchase experiences that shape how we live. It’s a space for reflections and practical insights beyond investing, taxes, and mortgages.
-
Have you ever checked your bank balance and wondered where your hard-earned dollars actually went? Whether you are a teenage student with a part-time job or an experienced investor planning for retirement, understanding the psychology behind your spending habits is crucial. In this post, you will learn the hidden psychological triggers that make us buy…
-
Watching your investment portfolio drop in value can feel absolutely terrifying, especially if you are a beginner navigating the markets for the first time. But understanding what a market crash actually looks like is the ultimate secret to keeping your cool and protecting your hard-earned wealth. In this post, you will learn exactly why market…
-
Master Your Money: Understanding the Psychology Behind Impulse Spending in 2026 Ever wonder why you sometimes buy things you don’t really need? You’re not alone! In this post, we’ll dive into the fascinating psychology behind our spending habits, helping you understand your impulses and make smarter financial choices for your future in Canada. 1. The…
-
Navigating finances as a high school student can feel like solving a complex maze. Between allowances, gifts, and perhaps your first part-time job, money comes and goes, often leaving you wondering where it all went. This guide is your map, offering essential budgeting tips for high schoolers to help you find your way to financial independence. Starting…
-
People hear all the time that they should save and invest, but not many understand why it matters so much or what really drives long-term growth. This post lays out a few core ideas that can help anyone — especially beginners and younger investors — build a clearer view of money and investing. 1. Money…
-
I got my first job when I was 19. It was at a grocery store where I made pizzas, sandwiches, and sometimes worked the register. I think I earned around eight or nine dollars an hour. The reason I took that job wasn’t really about money. In my second year of university, I had to…
-
Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have become one of the most popular tools for individual investors in Canada. They combine the simplicity of stocks with the diversification benefits of mutual funds — and with much lower fees. The challenge, however, is that there are simply too many ETFs to choose from. VFV, VEQT, VGRO, XBAL, ZSP —…
-
As an immigrant and a father of two boys, personal finance has always been top of mind for me. Building a life in Canada means navigating new systems — taxes, mortgages, credit cards, investing — and making sure we’re not just surviving, but setting ourselves up for a comfortable retirement. I’ve spent years learning, testing,…
Canadian Investors Blog 