Tips for Canadians Studying in the US or Abroad
In today’s digital gig economy, more and more individuals are choosing independent short term work opportunities over the traditional 9-5. While it’s certainly not a lifestyle for everybody, these “digital nomads” have constructed reliable income streams that they can tend to from virtually anywhere around the world. It’s important to understand that while there are […]
It comes as no surprise that university and college students alike desire spontaneous traveling during their longer breaks. Leaving your country to explore abroad opens up your mind and gives you a new perspective on life; not to mention how easily it can become an unforgettable experience. With the rising costs of education and higher […]
Although filing a tax return is never an exciting topic, it’s important to note that tax rulings for Canadian-US snowbirds are a little more complicated than standard Canadian taxation. If you’re heading south of the border for the winter, it’s good to understand some general snowbird tax advice before you depart. Our aim with this […]
Throughout modern day history, Canadian retirement has long since been associated with wintertime snowbird escapes. Getting away from the sun-lacking cold Canadian weather is one of the best ways to make the “golden years” more golden. A New Wave Of Frugal Snowbirds The harsh reality today is that many individuals going into retirement are […]
It’s not uncommon for snowbirds to plan their winters outside of their traditional American comfort zone – the United States. There is plenty of warm weather, tropical climate, and excitement to be found in other parts of the world. With an increasing demand for adventurous experiences, Canadian snowbirds are looking to non-US countries for a […]
Nowadays it’s considered a basic necessity to have a working cell phone when you’re travelling abroad, whether it’s for business or personal reasons. Maintaining your phone’s functionality outside of your home country is essential to staying in touch with your relatives, friends, and work acquaintances. However, there are a few things you need to consider […]
If you’re an avid Canadian traveler who often weighs the benefits of car rentals versus car ownership in the United States, it will eventually make sense to just have a private vehicle licensed south of the border. Whether you’re exhausted from making the same lengthy drives over and over again, or simply just want a […]
The relationship between the currency exchange pairing CAD:USD has seen substantial movements throughout our nation’s short history. Looking back at the past decade, it’s hard to imagine that the Canadian dollar ever carried more value than the US dollar. However, at certain points in time this was exactly the case. In fact, at a few […]
Regardless of intention, every individual or business that is highly attentive to their finances will strive towards getting an optimal exchange rate. Although that’s definitely a worthwhile goal, even the best foreign exchange speculators in the world will tell you that perfect currency conversion timing is virtually impossible – you’d have to get really lucky. […]
Becoming a Canadian Permanent Resident will open up a world of opportunities in terms of travel. Successfully attaining PR status in Canada means that you no longer have to complete laborious visa application processes to visit certain countries. Fortunately, many of these places are 5-star travel destinations and popular tourist locations, so you’re practically guaranteed […]
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