Our money expert and regular contributor, Sandra E. Martin, opens up about her family's budget struggles, decodes the day's financial news and shares smart-money strategies.
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Why I bought my 10-year-old a wallet
Sandra gives her eldest daughter more freedom to decide what to do with her own money.
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How to submit your income taxes on time
Canada's 2012 income tax filing deadline is Tuesday, April 30. Will you make it? If not, here is Sandra's "worst case scenario" guide.
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Why my kids won't get a free ride to university
In the wake of a new report about the cost of post-secondary education, Sandra talks about why it's important for kids to help pay their own way.
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Home renovation: Knowing when it's time to spend
Why Sandra and her family have decided to put off a home renovation — for now.
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Family budgets: The midwinter of our financial discontent
Sandra offers tips on how to survive surprise seasonal expenses.
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Confession: I have never maxed out my RRSP
The 2012 tax year deadline is looming, but Sandra doesn't feel guilty about not contributing as much as she's allowed.
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Can you be too frugal?
Post-holiday belt-tightening is a good thing, right? But you can take it too far, as Sandra discovers.
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Get the most from your gift cards
Those holiday gifts you received are just like cash. Sandra explains how to spend them wisely.
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5 free tools to help manage your family budget
Sandra compiles a list of online tools that will help you manage your family budget for free!
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The best Cyber Monday sales in Canada
Sandra rounds up the best Canadian sales that can be purchased from the comfort of your own home.
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