Kathy Hilton

As Canada’s tax deadline approaches on April 30, renters across the country may be leaving money on the table. Whether you live in a downtown condo, a basement suite, or subsidized housing, there are provincial and federal tax credits that can put real cash back in your pocket. Some renters could qualify for up to Continue reading

An unexpected and alarming message from the Social Security Administration (SSA) left millions of Americans panicked earlier this month. The message read simply: “You will not receive your payment this month.” For individuals who depend entirely on Social Security—particularly those receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI)—those nine words felt like the floor was falling out from Continue reading

Drivers of certain Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra diesel trucks could be entitled to thousands of dollars in compensation due to a major class action settlement over faulty fuel injection pumps. If you owned or purchased one of these trucks between 2011 and 2016, you might be eligible for a payout of up to $12,712, Continue reading

The slow disappearance of brick-and-mortar bank branches is no longer a prediction—it’s a reality. Bank of America, one of the nation’s most recognized financial institutions, is preparing to shut down multiple locations across the United States. This move is part of a much larger trend sweeping through the banking world, where physical branches are giving Continue reading

As the April 30 tax deadline rapidly approaches, a surprising number of Canadians are putting off filing their returns—many not out of procrastination, but pure confusion. According to a new H&R Block survey featured in the Financial Post, nearly a third of taxpayers admit they’re unsure what they can even claim this year. Let’s break Continue reading