I’ve been thinking a lot about how often we’re reading stories about personal finance and money in the media. It’s something that’s dominated news coverage around the world for several years now given the economic conditions and increased willingness of … Continue reading

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Nov 15

Hello? It’s me, TFSA. Anybody out there?

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ING DIRECT was the first bank in Canada to offer tax-free savings accounts to Canadians. When they were created, it was a really exciting time for us because we thought a whole whack of savers would relish the chance to … Continue reading

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Oct 17

Changing the conversation about money in Canada.

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This summer, ING DIRECT put together some ideas on long-term savings and submitted them to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance – a Committee that gathers ideas from Canadians on the economy in advance of preparing the next … Continue reading

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In past DIRECT TALKS, I’ve mentioned why I like the simple, straightforward way in which David Chilton talks about money. Okay, yes, his messages are a lot like ING DIRECT’s, and in a lot of ways, ING DIRECT has made … Continue reading

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Aug 3

When debt levels soar, this is how the story ends.

posted by Peter Aceto under Savings



In the dead of summer, Canadians tend to think more about beaches than balance sheets; however in the U.S., summer heat has taken a back seat to debt woes and what that country needs to borrow just to stay afloat. … Continue reading

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