Maidina Kadeer, BA

Expert Contributor at Loans Canada

Mai Kadeer is a graduate of Concordia University, with a BA in English Literature, with a minor in Law and Society. Mai was a student strategist on the Concordia University Senate (2016), through the Academic Planning and Priorities committee. She has a background in financial budgeting as a board member for non-profit organizations, such as the Quebec Public Interest Research Group and the Concordia Food Coalition. For the past five years, Maidina has worked as a content specialist. Mai is passionate about helping Canadian consumers with financial management and literacy so they can make informed decisions regarding their personal finance.

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Car Theft In Canada On The Rise: Are Your Protected?

Car Theft In Canada On The Rise: Are Your Protected?

By Maidina Kadeer, BA
Published on April 3, 2024

The first half of 2023 in Canada saw 34,861 vehicles stolen. Protect yourself against car theft by choosing the right auto insurance.

HSBC Mortgage Fraud: Has It Affected The Housing Affordability Crisis?

HSBC Mortgage Fraud: Has It Affected The Housing Affordability Crisis?

By Maidina Kadeer, BA
Published on February 26, 2024

Have you heard about the HSBC mortgage fraud? Check out how this complex scam may have affected mortgage prices in Canada.

Why Lower Interest Rates Won’t Solve The Housing Crisis: Root Cause Is Supply Shortage

Why Lower Interest Rates Won’t Solve The Housing Crisis: Root Cause Is Supply Shortage

By Maidina Kadeer, BA
Published on February 20, 2024

Find out why BOC's Governor Tiff Macklem says supply shortage is the root cause of Canada's housing affordability crisis.

Quebec’s Bill 31: Are Tenant Rights At Risk?

Quebec’s Bill 31: Are Tenant Rights At Risk?

By Maidina Kadeer, BA
Published on December 6, 2023

Quebec's Bill 31 is an amendment to rental provisions. The bill includes the controversial cancellation of lease transfers.

Quebec’s Lemon Law: Ensuring Vehicle Quality and Consumer Rights

Quebec’s Lemon Law: Ensuring Vehicle Quality and Consumer Rights

By Maidina Kadeer, BA
Published on October 27, 2023

The Lemon Law protects consumers by shifting the financial burden of a defective vehicle from the consumer onto the manufacturer.

Meet The Winners of The Loans Canada x KOHO Fall 2023 Financial Literacy Scholarship

Meet The Winners of The Loans Canada x KOHO Fall 2023 Financial Literacy Scholarship

By Maidina Kadeer, BA
Published on September 6, 2023

Two university students in Canada are the winners of the fall 2023 Loans Canada x KOHO Financial Literacy Scholarship.

How Will The Bank Of Canada’s Interest Rate Hike Affect You?

How Will The Bank Of Canada’s Interest Rate Hike Affect You?

By Maidina Kadeer, BA
Published on June 8, 2023

The interest rates set by the Bank of Canada, also known as the ‘bank rate’, is a key factor in determining the cost of borrowing money.

Why Do Millennials In Canada Carry An Average Debt Of $47K?

Why Do Millennials In Canada Carry An Average Debt Of $47K?

By Maidina Kadeer, BA
Published on April 26, 2023

With an average debt of $47K, millennials in Canada have record high insolvencies thanks to taxes, student loans and high-interest credit.

Quebec 2023 Financial Budget Explained

Quebec 2023 Financial Budget Explained

By Maidina Kadeer, BA
Published on March 22, 2023

Quebec just dropped it's budget for the 2023- 2024 year. Here is everything you need to know and how it effects you.

What Is The Tribunal Administratif Du Logement In Québec?

What Is The Tribunal Administratif Du Logement In Québec?

By Maidina Kadeer, BA
Published on March 17, 2023

If you rent in Quebec, your rent increases, tenant rights, obligations, and evictions are managed by Tribunal Administratif Du Logement.

7 Ways To Afford Rent: 2023 Housing Market In Quebec

7 Ways To Afford Rent: 2023 Housing Market In Quebec

By Maidina Kadeer, BA
Published on March 14, 2023

In Quebec, two factors create and sustain the housing crisis within the market. A housing shortage and high-interest rates.

Bill 53: How A Credit Freeze in Canada Might Protect Your Finances From Criminals

Bill 53: How A Credit Freeze in Canada Might Protect Your Finances From Criminals

By Maidina Kadeer, BA
Published on February 9, 2023

The credit freeze act applies to all businesses and lenders in Canada, however, the service is only available for Quebec residents.

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