Debt Consolidation
Good credit management is all about making sure you have the right borrowing options for your needs. By consolidating the different borrowing options you are using, you can quickly and conveniently eliminate all your debt - and save on interest payments.
The Key Benefits of Consolidating Your Debt
Lower monthly payments: When you consolidate your debts, you may find yourself paying a lower overall interest rate than the combined rates on all your debts. You could also extend your term to reduce your monthly payments even further. Remember, even if you do extend your term, you can always pay more than the minimum monthly payment at any time.
Save on credit card interest: Include your outstanding credit card balances in your debt consolidation and you could reduce your interest rate quite substantially, depending on the rates charged by your cards.
Leverage the equity in your home to save even more: Using the equity in your home to secure your consolidated debt will typically mean an even lower interest rate. With the appreciation in home values over the last few years, this option could make sense for many people.
One monthly payment: Consolidating your debt can greatly simplify your financial life
Tax Free Savings Account
Do you know about a great way to save, tax-free?
The new Tax-Free Savings Account is a great way to take advantage of a savings opportunity! The TFSA is designed to encourage clients to invest in a non-registered GIC, and help them on their way to tax-free savings!
Contribute up to $5,000 annually, and withdrawal the money at any time for any reason, tax-free. Any interest gained on the principal is also tax-free!