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Comparing interest rates for debt vs. savings Interest rates on credit card balances are some of the highest out there, so it’s understandable to want to pay off that debt as soon as possible. Using retirement savings like a smart solution, but it’s important to know what you’d be giving up. “We often see retirees feeling pressured to solve a short-term debt issue by creating a long-term cash-flow problem” says Bruce Sellery, CEO at Credit Canada and the author of Moolala Guide to Rockin’ Your RRSP (Figure 1 Publishing, 2018). “It’s important to step back and look at the full…
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The High & Mighty is a duo from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania consisting of emcee Mr. Eon & deejay/producer DJ Mighty Mi. Signing to Rawkus Records, the Eastern Conference Records founders’ 1999 debut Home Field Advantage would become an underground classic & notably had an Eminem verse on it right when he started to become an international superstar. The Highlite Zone & The 12th Man were also well received when they came out during the first half of the 2000s, reuniting after 2 decades for their 4th album & signing a new distribution deal with Soulspazm Records in the process. “2 Man Crew” was a gritty choice of an intro mixing hardcore hip hop & turntablism ripping…
Source: Christopher Polk / Getty Singer SiR explained why his Toronto concert got cancelled last summer, and it might be because of the drama between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. SiR is signed to TDE, the former label Kendrick Lamar was under was supposed to perform in Toronto, Drake’s hometown. The show was sold out, but it got cancelled at the last minute. At the time, SiR said he didn’t know why and apologized to fans. During a recent show in Canada, SiR said the real reason might’ve been the beef between Kendrick and Drake. He told the crowd that things…
Let’s look at how income affects OAS, plus strategies on how to reduce or avoid OAS clawbacks. How to calculate OAS clawbacks If your income is above a certain amount in a given year, you’ll have to repay some or all of your OAS. The recovery threshold changes each year, but the calculation remains the same: You pay back 15% of the difference between your income and the threshold amount for the year. For example, for income year 2024, the minimum income recovery threshold amount is $90,997. If your total taxable income in 2024 was $120,000, then your repayment would…
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Sports betting has become a popular way for enthusiasts to engage with their favorite games while potentially earning money. In 2025, the global sports betting market continues to grow, driven by increased accessibility through online platforms and a rising interest in diverse sports. However, winning consistently and making a profit requires more than luck—it demands knowledge, strategy, and discipline. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the essential steps to improve your chances of success in sports betting, focusing on practical strategies, data analysis, and responsible practices. Whether you’re betting on cricket in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) or football…
Mark Ant‘s new video “Winter on Mason” offers a raw and evocative portrayal of Detroit’s urban landscape during the colder months. Released on January 25, 2019, under Stash House Enterprise, the song delves into themes of resilience and introspection amidst the city’s wintery backdrop. With a runtime of just over two minutes, it captures a fleeting yet poignant moment in time.
Young Thug has been dodging questions around the release date of his much anticipated album UY Scuti. Now, however, the rapper has decided to no longer shy away from that question.In a recent session on IG live with Nine Vicious, Thug was asked when he plans on dropping the album. With a poker face, the rapper decided to reveal the release date: June 37.Young Thug confirms again on live with Nine Vicious that he’s dropping June 37thpic.twitter.com/p4uxaMVAkC— NFR Podcast (@nfr_podcast) June 6, 2025While this got fans excited seeking hope in a June release date, they were quick to realise that…
The central bank opted to keep its overnight lending rate—which is used by lenders to set their prime rate and, by extension, variable mortgage rates—at 2.75%. This is the BoC’s second consecutive rate hold, following a rate pause on Apr. 16. Prior to that, the BoC had steadily decreased its rate via a series of seven rate cuts between June 2024 and March 2025. Altogether, those decreases lowered its overnight rate by 225 basis points, from a previous high of 5% to the 2.75% we have today. As a result, the prime rate used by Canadian lenders will also remain…