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Best High-Interest Savings Accounts in Canada (2025 Guide)
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you sign up through our links, at no extra cost to you. Introduction If you’re looking for the best high-interest savings accounts in Canada 2025, you already know how fast interest rates shifted over the last two years. A good HISA can…
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The Ultimate Guide to Passive Income Investing in Canada (2025)
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you sign up through our links, at no extra cost to you. Introduction Every Canadian wants passive income, but most have no idea where to start. The truth is, passive income investing in Canada in 2025 has never been more accessible. With…
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How to Build Wealth in Your 20s (Canadian Edition, 2025)
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you sign up through our links, at no extra cost to you. Introduction Most people wait too long to take money seriously but your 20s are the decade that can make or break your financial future. The truth is, building wealth isn’t…
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Index Funds vs ETFs in Canada: What’s the Difference? (2025 Guide)
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you sign up through our links, at no extra cost to you. Introduction Most new investors hear “ETF” and “index fund” and assume they’re the same thing, but there are some key differences that can impact your returns, fees, and control. In…
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Best Robo-Advisors in Canada (2025 Comparison Guide)
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you sign up through our links, at no extra cost to you. Introduction Robo-advisors are changing how Canadians invest, offering automation, diversification, and low fees that make building wealth easier than ever. In this guide, we’ll compare the best robo-advisors in Canada…
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How to Start Investing in the S&P 500 from Canada (2025 Guide)
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you sign up through our links, at no extra cost to you. Introduction Want to own a piece of the biggest U.S. companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon? The S&P 500 tracks 500 of America’s largest corporations and is one of the…
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How to Avoid Common Investing Mistakes in 2025 (for Beginners)
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you sign up through our links, at no extra cost to you. Introduction Most new investors don’t fail because they pick bad stocks, they fail because they repeat the same investing mistakes over and over again. In 2025, it’s easier than ever…
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TFSA vs RRSP vs FHSA. Which Is Best for You in 2025?
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you sign up through our links, at no extra cost to you. Introduction Canadians love to invest, but choosing between a TFSA, RRSP, or the new FHSA can feel confusing. Each account offers unique tax advantages and benefits — and choosing the…
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How to Build a Diversified Portfolio in Canada (2025 Guide)
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you sign up through our links, at no extra cost to you. Introduction Most new investors think buying one or two “hot stocks” is enough, but that’s a fast way to take on unnecessary risk. Diversification means spreading your money across different…
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Top Wealth-Building Strategies for Beginners in 2025
This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you sign up through our links, at no extra cost to you. Introduction The top wealth-building strategies for beginners in 2025 prove that wealth isn’t built overnight, it’s built through systems, discipline, and smart choices. In 2025, there has never been an easier…
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I’m Alex, founder of The Maple Mentor. My mission is to cut through the noise and give Canadians clear, practical investing advice that actually works. No hype. No shortcuts. Just the truth about building wealth.
