Loans Canada Articles Written By Caitlin Wood, BA

Do You Bank Online? Are You Sure Your Computer is Safe?
Do You Bank Online? Are You Sure Your Computer is Safe?

By Caitlin Wood, BA
Published on October 24, 2018

Like most Canadians, you probably do the majority of your banking online. But, are you sure your computer is 100% virus free and safe?

Average Credit Scores By Province
Average Credit Scores By Province

By Caitlin Wood, BA
Published on August 10, 2018

Interested in the average credit scores of Canadians across the country? This article is for you. In fact, you should move to Moncton

Unexpected Expenses: How to Handle Financial Emergencies
Unexpected Expenses: How to Handle Financial Emergencies

By Caitlin Wood, BA
Published on July 30, 2018

Learn how to handle a financial emergency with help from our partners at Fairstone.

Warning: Raymond Credit is a Scam
Warning: Raymond Credit is a Scam

By Caitlin Wood, BA
Published on May 31, 2018

A note to all Canadians. Raymond Credit is not affiliated with loanscanada.ca. They are scammers and are asking for upfront fees or payment, this is a...

What You Need to Consider When Shopping For Low Interest Rates
What You Need to Consider When Shopping For Low Interest Rates

By Caitlin Wood, BA
Published on February 26, 2018

Shopping around for the best and most affordable interest rate can mean the difference between saving a lot of money and carry debt you can't afford. ...

Payday Loans in Ontario, Debtors Can’t Seem to Break The Cycle
Payday Loans in Ontario, Debtors Can’t Seem to Break The Cycle

By Caitlin Wood, BA
Published on February 16, 2018

The payday loan cycle of debt seems to be worse than ever in the province of Ontario. Has the government's intervention helped?

When And How Often Are My Credit Score And Report Updated?
When And How Often Are My Credit Score And Report Updated?

By Caitlin Wood, BA
Published on January 19, 2018

Our credit score and report, they're the backbone of our credit health and that's why it's so important that we understand why and how they're updated...

Accepting a Pre-Approved Credit Increase
Accepting a Pre-Approved Credit Increase

By Caitlin Wood, BA
Published on December 4, 2017

Everything you need to know about accepting a pre-approved credit increase.

What is Prime Rate?
What is Prime Rate?

By Caitlin Wood, BA
Published on October 24, 2017

A look at how your bank's prime rate can affect your finances.

What is My Canadian Credit Score?
What is My Canadian Credit Score?

By Caitlin Wood, BA
Published on October 16, 2017

Credit scores are the hottest thing in the financial world right now, do you know what your Canadian credit score is?

How to Get the Car You Need Through a Lease-to-Own Program
How to Get the Car You Need Through a Lease-to-Own Program

By Caitlin Wood, BA
Published on October 4, 2017

Taking advantage of a lease-to-own program could allow you to get the car you need to make your life a little more convenient.

The Secret Behind Your Credit Card’s Minimum Payment
The Secret Behind Your Credit Card’s Minimum Payment

By Caitlin Wood, BA
Published on September 22, 2017

Everything you need to know about your credit card's minimum payment and how it can create a cycle of debt.

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