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Monday Motivation: Balancing validation and hard work

Jully Black delves into the importance of balancing validation and hard work in another edition of 'Monday Motivation.' From navigating moments of unrecognition to the significance of internal versus external validation, Jully offers valuable perspectives on achieving success through dedication.

5 Women On The Beauty & Burden Of Being Caregivers

Taking care of people is a fundamental facet of life: whether it’s for a friend, a loved one, a stranger, or a pet. But there are many, many people for whom caring is not just something that comes up occasionally — it is their entire life. There are an estimated 56.4 million in the U.S. and 13.6 million in the U.K. EditSign caring for someone. This specifically means someone who is unable to perform the tasks and activities of daily life without...

UBC study on break-even point for owning EVs

If you're wondering whether the gas savings are worth the extra money you'd spend on an EV, a new UBC study has some answers for you. Rumina Daya reports.

4 suprising major myths about self-development

There have been various opinions and myths circulating around the topic of self-development for years. Different stories of conditional success and advertisements for courses often manipulate us. The psychological portal on Instagram called Purport discusses the main myths about self-development. Myths about self-development Self-development is a c...

Oil surges as reports of Israeli strike on Iran roil markets

(Reuters) -Oil prices jumped on Friday as reports that Israel had attacked Iran roiled markets and sparked concerns that Middle East oil supply could be disrupted. The benchmark contracts surged more than $3 before easing slightly. At 0615 GMT, Brent futures were up $1.40, or 1.61%, at $88.51 a barrel. The most active U.S. West Texas Intermediate contract climbed $1.38, or 1.68%, to $83.48 per

How to Get Your TFSA to $1 Million

Here's how TFSA investors can diversify their portfolios and create a retirement nest egg worth $1 million. The post How to Get Your TFSA to $1 Million appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Invest $500 Each Month to Create a Passive Income of $266 in 2024

Regular monthly investments of $500 in the iShares Core MSCI Canadian Quality Dividend Index ETF (TSX:XDIV), starting right now in 2024, could create annual passive income streams of $266 or more. The post Invest $500 Each Month to Create a Passive Income of $266 in 2024 appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Worsening US debt outlook seen more in gold and bitcoin than in bonds

(Reuters) - Concern about the rapidly rising U.S. government debt is partly behind recent surges in gold prices and bitcoin, even as the Treasury market so far remains relatively sanguine about the country's fiscal path, market observers say. The U.S. budget deficit widened to $1.7 trillion in fiscal year 2023 and is on track to reach $2.6 trillion by 2034, according to the Congressional Budget

Latines, We Must Overcome the Stigma Around Mental Health Medication

During my junior year of high school, I began struggling with invasive, destructive thoughts. I was clinically depressed, and as a teenager, I had no idea how to manage these troubling apprehensions and emotions. My psychiatrist at the time prescribed me Lexapro and Adderall, the former to help with my anxiety and depression and the latter for my newly diagnosed ADHD. At the time, being so young, it was difficult for me to grasp the idea of...

Want more money? Try these tips for negotiating a better salary

It can be daunting, but these tips may help get you that boost.

Federal budget offers Toronto more housing but no new subway trains

Ottawa falls short of providing the transit infrastructure funding needed to replace old subway trains on Line 2 during the 2024 budget. Mayor Chow says she will try and negotiate for the money needed. Mark McAllister reports.

Croatia governing party wins parliamentary election but needs far-right support to stay in power

Croatia's governing conservatives convincingly won a highly contested parliamentary election on Wednesday, but will still need support from far-right groups to stay in power, according to the official vote count.

UK’s happiest work industries revealed – see if your job is on the list

Property expert reveals the 5 crucial questions you need to ask when buying a house

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Small-scale solar has key benefits, and one critical weakness, over large solar farms

A new study shows size matters in solar energy. The first ever life-cycle analysis comparing big and small solar photovoltaic systems has concluded that small-scale solar systems are in fact better for the environment than even the largest, and most efficient, solar farm. Historically, solar electric systems were so expensive that many felt they could not pay for themselves. Today’s reality could not be more different with renewables now the...

These 5 Retirement Hacks Can Help You Save, Even During a Market Crash

Retirees are most vulnerable to market crashes, but there are hacks that can help you save and protect retirement money. The post These 5 Retirement Hacks Can Help You Save, Even During a Market Crash appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Top 6 US industries where you can earn the most money

A Week In Los Angeles, CA On A $162,000 Joint Salary

Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period — and we’re tracking every last dollar. This week: a project analyst who makes $70,000 per year and spends some of her money this week on repairing a leaking pipe. Occupation: Project analystIndustry: TelecommunicationsAge: 29Location: Los Angeles, CASalary: $70,000. My...

How to put a ring on it and save for a house, too

Planning a wedding and buying a home are two expensive milestones in adult life. Couples with both of these goals may wonder just how they’ll pay for it all. While some couples may be fine keeping the wedding small (or skipping it altogether) in order to save for a house, others have their hearts set on something grander and will need to find a way...

According to experts, these are the essential skills you should develop at work this year

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Class actions don't always pay big, but can make you some extra cash: experts

TORONTO — Over the last decade, Todd Cocks has turned a series of misfortunes into money in his wallet. There was the time hackers accessed his and millions of other PlayStation users' personal information, another when electronics manufacturers were accused of fixing computer monitor prices and the time his bank was charging hidden foreign exchang...

Older Canadians' savings are shaped by their long-term care preferences

Canada’s aging population is growing. According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, the proportion of Canadians aged 80 and older will surpass nine per cent by 2050, up from 4.3 per cent in 2021. This demographic shift is happening in most developed nations, and will result in a greater demand for long-term care. Québec, for instance, anticipates that 600,000 people will need long-term care by 2050 — nearly double the...

Federal budget gets mixed reaction in Alberta

The federal government has tabled its budget and as Adam MacVicar reports, reaction is mixed by both provincial and municipal leaders.

Ukraine, Israel aid advances in rare House vote as Democrats help Republicans push it forward

WASHINGTON (AP) — With rare bipartisan momentum, the House pushed ahead Friday on a foreign aid package of $95 billion for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan and humanitarian support as a robust coalition of lawmakers helped it clear a procedural hurdle to reach final votes this weekend. Friday’s vote produced a seldom-seen outcome in the typically hyper-part...

Central Elgin gets $80M in offsets for land lost to VW mega-factory

Millions in cash, a big key to unlock future growth – and provincial muscle to help. "Frustrated" only weeks ago by what he called the slow pace of compensation talks, after his municipality lost a big chunk of land to neighbouring St. Thomas to help it land a $7-billion Volkswagen factory, Central Elgin's mayor was in a much better mood after an "...

Why few bank fraud complaints lead to compensation

Sarah Bradley, the ombudsman and CEO at Ombudsman for Banking Services and Investments, responds to a report that found only a quarter of banking complaints resulted in monetary compensation in 2023.

The top 10 most stressed states in the US aren’t the ones you’d think

What does 'generational fairness' actually look like? Here's what BC Today callers say

As Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland presents a budget with the promise of "generational fairness," BC Today callers tell host Michelle Eliot whether they feel the federal government is meeting that goal.

How a fabric shaver changed everything for me

Before you pack your winter wardrobe away and bring your spring clothes into rotation, now is the time to get your hands on a fabric shaver and breathe new life into your clothes.

Here’s the Average Retirement Income for Canadians: How Do You Rate?

If you're worried about how much you'll earn in retirement, increase your income by investing in an ETF like this one. The post Here’s the Average Retirement Income for Canadians: How Do You Rate? appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Carbon rebate labelling on bank deposits is fuelling confusion

Canada’s Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault says banks that refuse to identify the carbon rebate by name when doing direct deposits are creating confusion, and he’s willing to change the law to force them comply. Anne Gaviola has more in Business Matters for Friday, April 19.

Can the CRA hold tenants liable if the landlord fails to pay tax?

A recent report outlined a case in Ontario where a foreign landlord failed to pay taxes and the CRA went after the tenant. CBC's personal finance columnist Mark Ting shares his thoughts on the matter.

8 Jewelry Trends To Complete Your Outfit In 2024

With a new season bringing with it a bounty of bold fashion trends — denim gowns and mesh footwear, to name a few — it’s easy to overlook what’s happening with all things jewelry. Necklaces and earrings might be the last thing you put on when piecing together an outfit, but they’re certainly not the least part of the whole ensemble, especially as far as 2024’s trending styles are concerned. The spring/summer runways teased a y2k-meets-bohemian...

Explainer-Bitcoin's 'halving': what is it and does it matter?

LONDON (Reuters) - Bitcoin's long-anticipated 'halving' is, depending on where you sit, a vital event that will burnish the cryptocurrency's value as an increasingly scarce commodity, or little more than a technical change talked up by speculators to inflate its price. The halving comes after bitcoin hit an all-time high of $73,803.25 in March. But what exactly is the halving, and does it really

What's in the new federal budget?

CBC News breaks down the biggest items in the new federal budget — and how the government is planning to pay for billions in news spending

Women Aren’t Investing, Yet Survey Says 90% Will Have to, Like it or Not

Women aren't usually given the chance to manage their own finances, yet 90% of women eventually will have to, whether they like it or not. The post Women Aren’t Investing, Yet Survey Says 90% Will Have to, Like it or Not appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Strong US consumer demand lifts P&G annual profit forecast

By Ananya Mariam Rajesh and Jessica DiNapoli (Reuters) -Procter & Gamble raised its annual profit forecast as commodity costs fall and consumers, particularly in the United States and Europe, keep buying its pricy Tide detergent and Dawn dish soap. P&G's high-end SK-II skincare line, a top seller in China, saw lower sales again due to weaker consumer spending along with customers shunning it due

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Let This Off-Campus College Apartment Inspire Your Living Space

Dining halls. Communal bathrooms. Random roommates. Cramped spaces. These are a few things that immediately come to mind when we think about the *typical* college experience — and, let’s be honest, they don’t always feel glamorous. But elegance aside, whether you’re opting for shower shoes and classic dorm living, or winging it at a local off-campus property, what really matters is making your living space feels like home. On a college budget,...

Half of apartments in Exchange District development will be rent-geared-to-income after provincial funding

Affordable apartments units in a new project in Winnipeg's Exchange District will now cost even less after a funding commitment from the Manitoba government.

Budget 2024: Taxes on capital gains explained

Some Canadians making money from capital gains are set to pay higher taxes starting this year. Who will be affected?

The Latest | Opening statements in Trump hush money trial set for Monday after latest appeal fails

NEW YORK (AP) — Opening statements in Donald Trump's hush money case are set to begin next week after a jury of 12 people and six alternates was seated Friday. The seating of the jury sets the stage for weeks of testimony in a case charging Trump with falsifying business records to suppress stories about his sex life emerging in the final days of t...

Paramount jumps on report of Sony Pictures, Apollo discussing joint buyout bid

(Reuters) -Shares of Paramount Global rose more than 10% on Friday, after Reuters reported Sony Pictures Entertainment and Apollo Global Management were discussing a joint bid to acquire the media company. Paramount is currently engaged in exclusive deal talks with Skydance Media, an independent studio led by David Ellison, though some investors have urged Paramount to explore other options.

AmEx's premium customers help it surpass profit expectations

By Mehnaz Yasmin and Niket Nishant (Reuters) -American Express's first-quarter profit vaulted past Wall Street estimates on Friday, driven by an affluent customer base that increased spending as recession fears ebbed. Amid a turbulent landscape in which concerns over the financial well-being of lower-income consumers have troubled several lenders, American Express's clientele has shielded the

Hamilton, Winnipeg and B.C. fined by CFL for exceeding 2023 salary cap

TORONTO — The Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Winnipeg Blue Bombers and B.C. Lions have all been fined by the CFL for exceeding the league’s 2023 salary cap. But none exceeded the $5.45-million cap by more than $100,000 so the selection order for the '24 CFL draft April 30 remains unchanged. The CFL released the results of its detailed season-ending audit Fri...

Higher gas prices have some Windsorites cutting back in other areas

Gas prices saw a big jump in gas prices on Thursday. Windsor residents say it's going to dig in to their bottom line.

Salary Story: How I Went From Toxic Jobs To Making $70k

In our series Salary Stories, women with long-term career experience open up about the most intimate details of their jobs: compensation. It’s an honest look at how real people navigate the complicated world of negotiating, raises, promotions and job loss, with the hope it will give young people more insight into how to advocate for themselves — and maybe take a few risks along the way. Been in the workforce for at least five years and...

How to Decrease Your Taxable Income and Still Make Money (and it’s Legal!)

There are legal ways to bring down your taxable income and put that extra cash towards your future. Plus, create passive income for life! The post How to Decrease Your Taxable Income and Still Make Money (and it’s Legal!) appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Toronto home prices expected to surpass Vancouver in 2024

GTA housing prices are expected to increase more than any other jurisdiction this year. As CBC’s Chris Glover reports, Royal LePage’s projection of a 10 per cent increase in GTA home prices by the end of 2024 means Toronto prices will surpass Vancouver.

Retirees: Is CPP Enough to Live on?

CPP benefits can certainly be incredibly helpful, and I wouldn't say you don't need them. But they're also not enough to see you through retirement. The post Retirees: Is CPP Enough to Live on? appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.