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Pokemon cards, music royalties, sports memorabilia: Do alternative investments work?

Pokemon cards, music royalties, sports memorabilia: Do alternative investments work?

When some rare first-edition Pokemon trading cards went on sale three years ago, Adam O'Brien was hit with a wave of nostalgia. For the now 32-year-old, it was an irresistible offer that had the potential for value in the long run.
Driving for Uber or writing on Fiverr? How to handle taxes on digital platform income

Driving for Uber or writing on Fiverr? How to handle taxes on digital platform income

Digital platforms like Uber, Airbnb and Etsy have made it easier than ever to make some extra cash on the side, but experts say you need to be diligent about tracking and reporting that additional income, or risk the consequences.
'Nothing to fall back on': Money mistakes young people make and how to avoid them

'Nothing to fall back on': Money mistakes young people make and how to avoid them

Mistakes in our youth are normal and forgivable, but financial ones can be nasty to fix. Young consumers are still missing the basics, experts say.
Can't afford to go out? Don't let your budget break up your friendships

Can't afford to go out? Don't let your budget break up your friendships

Hayley Reid-Ginis knew her life was in for a shakeup when she decided to go back to college last September.
'Not free money': What students should know before getting their first credit card

'Not free money': What students should know before getting their first credit card

Everyone starts building their credit score somewhere — and for many, it’s getting that first credit card during college or university. Financial institutions know whatever card you get is likely to be kept for a long time.
Tempted to switch to an online-only bank? Know the perks and drawbacks

Tempted to switch to an online-only bank? Know the perks and drawbacks

Switching to an online-only bank more than a decade ago was just another way Jessica Morgan was trying to save money at the time as a new grad. "Saving money was the main motivator," Morgan, now a financial educator and founder of Canadianbudget.
Sell, trade in or keep: What to do if you're underwater with your car loan

Sell, trade in or keep: What to do if you're underwater with your car loan

Some drivers who bought their vehicle within the past couple of years when auto prices were hovering around record highs are now facing the reality that they're underwater with their car loans.
Earn while you learn: How apprenticeships give students a leg up in the trades

Earn while you learn: How apprenticeships give students a leg up in the trades

Apprenticeships can be a dream scenario. You can earn while you learn, jobs are in demand, incomes are often high. Employers and governments are eager to help students through the process with a variety of grants, resources and learning supports.
Parents look to save costs as youth sports programs get more expensive

Parents look to save costs as youth sports programs get more expensive

When Monisha Sharma looked into swim lessons for her daughter, she decided to take an unconventional route to save costs.
'Someone is getting paid somewhere': An explainer on financial planning fees

'Someone is getting paid somewhere': An explainer on financial planning fees

While personal, your relationship with your wealth planner is also highly transactional, and understanding how these fees are structured is important when it comes to growing your money over time.
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