Monthly Archives: November 2009

Should You Inflate Your Tires With Nitrogen?

Inflating your tires with nitrogen will keep your tire properly inflated longer than with regular air. This will lead to less tire wear and improved fuel economy, but is it worth the additional expense and hassle? Image by tristanf

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Friday Links

I’d like to congratulate Lyne, Karen Gonyea and CanadianDebtGirl, the winners of the Canadian Finance Blog Book Giveaway! The books will be shipped this weekend! Len Penzo lists 23 creative and sure-fire ways to easily earn extra money. Good Financial Cents asks is it time to invest ...

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How Canadians Can Take Advantage Of Black Friday And Cyber Monday

While we get Boxing Day on December 26th, the United States gets to take advantage of major deals before Christmas with Black Friday tomorrow and the relatively new Cyber Monday next week. However, there are a few ways that you can get in on the Black Friday deals.

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10 Ways To Save Money On Christmas Shopping

For those who haven't started Christmas shopping yet, Christmas is just one month away! Before you head out to get gifts for your loved ones, here are some tips to save money when shopping for Christmas presents. Image by Sister72

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What Is A Locked-In Retirement Account (LIRA)?

If you are in a registered pension plan with your employer and leave that company, your pension will be transferred into a Locked-In Retirement Account (LIRA). Locked-In Retirement Accounts are sometimes referred to as the more appropriate name of Locked-In Retirement Savings Plans (LRSP).

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