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A 90-day guide to building your financial foundation for newcomers
September 24, 2025 - 3 min read
Credit CardA 90-day guide to building your financial foundation for newcomersMoving to Canada is exciting — the opportunities, new communities. And let’s be honest, it’s a lot of paperwork, but getting your finances set up can be quick. With today’s digital banking and fintech options, it’s easier than ever to take control of your money.
Everything you need to know before you click “In 4 payments”
September 24, 2025 - 4 min read
Credit CardEverything you need to know before you click “In 4 payments”
Why “now” is the best time to check your credit score
September 24, 2025 - 2 min read
Credit CardWhy “now” is the best time to check your credit score
The truth about carrying a balance: Does it really help your credit?
September 24, 2025 - 3 min read
Credit CardThe truth about carrying a balance: Does it really help your credit?
Redefining success: Millennial milestones that deserve more than just a like
August 19, 2025 - 2 min read
Credit CardRedefining success: Millennial milestones that deserve more than just a like

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Your credit card statement: More than just a balance
August 19, 2025 - 2 min read
Credit CardYour credit card statement: More than just a balance
Back-to-school on a budget: Smart ways Canadian families can save this fall
July 19, 2025 - 2 min read
Credit CardBack-to-school on a budget: Smart ways Canadian families can save this fall
Welcome to the new fintech era
July 18, 2025 - 2 min read
Credit CardWelcome to the new fintech era
RSVP Yes, not broke: Tips to enjoy a wedding without going over budget
June 18, 2025 - 2 min read
Credit CardRSVP Yes, not broke: Tips to enjoy a wedding without going over budget
From Gown to Grown-Up: 6 Money Tips Parents Should Tell Their New Grads
May 22, 2025 - 3 min read
credit cardFrom Gown to Grown-Up: 6 Money Tips Parents Should Tell Their New Grads
Unlock the best credit card for your lifestyle
March 13, 2025 - 2 min read
Credit cardUnlock the best credit card for your lifestyle
Mortgages 101: Everything you need to know (without the boring stuff)
March 13, 2025 - 6 min read
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The 6 Biggest Scams You Need to Watch Out For (and How to Avoid Them)
March 13, 2025 - 4 min read
ScamsThe 6 Biggest Scams You Need to Watch Out For (and How to Avoid Them)
Strengthening our senior leadership team at Neo Financial
February 27, 2025 - 3 min read
TeamStrengthening our senior leadership team at Neo Financial
Your February Tax Filing Guide is Here: Everything Canadians Need to Know
February 13, 2025 - 3 min read
TaxYour February Tax Filing Guide is Here: Everything Canadians Need to Know
Love & Money: 5 money talks every Canadian couple should have
February 12, 2025 - 3 min read
CouplesLove & Money: 5 money talks every Canadian couple should have
2024 recap: Creating the most rewarding financial experience
December 19, 2024 - 4 min read
Company2024 recap: Creating the most rewarding financial experience
Neo Financial adds new senior leaders from Nubank, Tangerine, and Rappi
December 16, 2024 - 2 min read
TeamNeo Financial adds new senior leaders from Nubank, Tangerine, and Rappi
Stress-free spending: your ultimate holiday budgeting guide.
December 3, 2024 - 3 min read
HolidayStress-free spending: your ultimate holiday budgeting guide.
Take control of your financial future. Here are 7 signs you are on the right track.
November 14, 2024 - 6 min read
Financial LiteracyTake control of your financial future. Here are 7 signs you are on the right track.
Canadians are overpaying $7.7 billion+ a year in bank fees
October 4, 2024 - 3 min read
SavingsCanadians are overpaying $7.7 billion+ a year in bank fees
Calculate Interest on Your Savings Account
May 27, 2024 - 7 min read
SavingsCalculate Interest on Your Savings Account
What Are High Interest Deposit Accounts
May 27, 2024 - 9 min read
HISAWhat Are High Interest Deposit Accounts
Neo Financial Teams Up with CEBL
May 17, 2024 - 4 min read
CEBLNeo Financial Teams Up with CEBL
Budgeting For Teens: Everything You Need To Know
May 16, 2024 - 10 min read
Financial planningBudgeting For Teens: Everything You Need To Know
Emergency Fund Or Invest? Which To Do First
May 16, 2024 - 8 min read
Financial planningEmergency Fund Or Invest? Which To Do First
Setting Realistic Long-Term Financial Goals
May 16, 2024 - 8 min read
Financial planningSetting Realistic Long-Term Financial Goals
What Is an Emergency Fund? A Guide
May 11, 2024 - 6 min read
HISAWhat Is an Emergency Fund? A Guide
How to Calculate Interest on Your Savings Account
May 6, 2024 - 6 min read
HISAHow to Calculate Interest on Your Savings Account
How Much Money Should I Have Saved by 30?
May 6, 2024 - 6 min read
Financial PlanningHow Much Money Should I Have Saved by 30?
GIC vs. High-Interest Savings Account
April 13, 2024 - 8 min read
GICGIC vs. High-Interest Savings Account
How Much Emergency Fund Should You Have in 2024
April 12, 2024 - 7 min read
HISAHow Much Emergency Fund Should You Have in 2024
What Is a High-Yield Savings Account & Should You Open One?
March 28, 2024 - 8 min read
HISAWhat Is a High-Yield Savings Account & Should You Open One?
Simple Vs. Compound Interest: The Differences Explained
March 21, 2024 - 7 min read
HISASimple Vs. Compound Interest: The Differences Explained
Fact or Myth: Is Interest on Savings Account Taxable?
March 13, 2024 - 4 min read
HISAFact or Myth: Is Interest on Savings Account Taxable?
A Guide to High-Interest Savings Account Interest Rates
March 8, 2024 - 6 min read
HISAA Guide to High-Interest Savings Account Interest Rates
How To Find The Best Savings Account Rates Canada
March 8, 2024 - 9 min read
HISAHow To Find The Best Savings Account Rates Canada
How Much Money Should I Put in My Savings Every Paycheck?
March 8, 2024 - 6 min read
HISAHow Much Money Should I Put in My Savings Every Paycheck?
Guide To Opening a High-Interest Savings Account
March 1, 2024 - 8 min read
HISAGuide To Opening a High-Interest Savings Account
Best Savings Account With High Yield
February 21, 2024 - 7 min read
HISABest Savings Account With High Yield
Types of Savings Accounts in Canada
February 14, 2024 - 8 min read
HISATypes of Savings Accounts in Canada
What’s a Good Interest Rate for a Savings Account in 2024
February 8, 2024 - 8 min read
HISAWhat’s a Good Interest Rate for a Savings Account in 2024
How Does Interest Work on a Savings Account?
February 6, 2024 - 5 min read
HISAHow Does Interest Work on a Savings Account?
Building our leadership team to transform financial services for Canadians
January 31, 2024 - 3 min read
TeamBuilding our leadership team to transform financial services for Canadians
A Guide To Choosing The Best Account For Your Emergency Fund
January 24, 2024 - 8 min read
MoneyA Guide To Choosing The Best Account For Your Emergency Fund
Should I Open a High-Interest Savings Account
January 22, 2024 - 7 min read
MoneyShould I Open a High-Interest Savings Account
Top 6 money savings habits you can start today
January 12, 2024 - 5 min read
SavingTop 6 money savings habits you can start today
A Guide to Understanding How High-Interest Savings Accounts Work
January 9, 2024 - 7 min read
MoneyA Guide to Understanding How High-Interest Savings Accounts Work
What is a High-Interest Savings Account
January 3, 2024 - 7 min read
MoneyWhat is a High-Interest Savings Account
3 tips for first-time homebuyers in 2023
September 30, 2023 - 4 min read
Team3 tips for first-time homebuyers in 2023
What is a credit score, and why should you care
September 17, 2023 - 11 min read
CreditWhat is a credit score, and why should you care
5 simple ways to build your credit score
June 26, 2023 - 6 min read
Credit Scores5 simple ways to build your credit score
Falling in love with your finances: how to improve your relationship with money
February 13, 2023 - 6 min read
BorrowingFalling in love with your finances: how to improve your relationship with money
Debt consolidation in Canada: everything you need to know
January 24, 2023 - 5 min read
BorrowingDebt consolidation in Canada: everything you need to know
Good kinds of debt and how to use them to your advantage
January 17, 2023 - 7 min read
BorrowingGood kinds of debt and how to use them to your advantage
7 myths about credit debunked
October 17, 2022 - 6 min read
Credit Scores7 myths about credit debunked
What is inflation and what's next?
September 27, 2022 - 10 min read
SpendingWhat is inflation and what's next?
The different types of credit cards and choosing one that’s right for you
September 12, 2022 - 7 min read
CreditThe different types of credit cards and choosing one that’s right for you
Things to know before getting your first credit card
August 8, 2022 - 8 min read
CreditThings to know before getting your first credit card
Understanding debt: making a debt management plan that works for you
August 5, 2022 - 15 min read
Debt ManagementUnderstanding debt: making a debt management plan that works for you
How do credit cards work? The ultimate credit card guide for beginners
July 26, 2022 - 11 min read
SpendingHow do credit cards work? The ultimate credit card guide for beginners
6 mistakes you could be making with your credit and how to avoid them
July 14, 2022 - 4 min read
Credit6 mistakes you could be making with your credit and how to avoid them
Neo’s declassified financial survival guide for your 20s
July 14, 2022 - 10 min read
FinanceNeo’s declassified financial survival guide for your 20s
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