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Nov9
Three $25 Unlimited Phone Plans Compared: Data, Hotspots and Travel Perks
Total Wireless, Visible and US Mobile each offer a $25 plan. Compare network choices, hotspot limits, international features and new customer deals.
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Nov9
Rakuten Offering $150 Cash Back on the Citi Strata Premier Card
Rakuten users can now earn a $150 bonus or 15K Bilt Points when they apply and are approved for the Citi Strata Premier Card.
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Nov9
[TN only] Pinnacle Financial Partners $200 Mastercard Checking Bonus
Updat 11/8/26: Valid again until January 31, 2027. Hat tip to reader Bockrr Update 3/24/26: Deal is back until May 30, 2026 Offer extended to July 31,...
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Nov8
Zing Credit Union's $300 Checking Bonus: What Qualifies and What to Check
Zing Credit Union's $300 checking bonus needs a promo code, a debit card and $1,000 in direct deposits within 90 days. Here's what to check first.
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Nov8
Freezer Soup, Yard Sale Finds and a Free Night Out
One household's frugal week, from a monthly grocery stock-up and portioned freezer soup to a yard sale where everything was free.
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Nov7
Dividend Income in Retirement: What 12 Years of Aristocrat Data Show
A $1 million Dividend Aristocrats investment paid rising income from 2014 to 2025, but downturns, taxes and higher-yield trade-offs matter.
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Nov6
Pluto TV and Tubi Make a Simple Starting Point for Free Streaming
Pluto TV and Tubi pair hundreds of free live channels with on-demand shows and movies. An antenna can add local broadcasts without a monthly fee.
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Nov6
T-Mobile's T-Mix Plans Put Perk Choices in Your Hands
T-Mobile's new T-Mix plans let you spend Picks on streaming, travel and T-Satellite, starting at $30 a month for one line with autopay.
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Nov5
Visible Unlimited Plans From $19/Month, and How Long the Discount Lasts
Visible's HOLIDAYHACK code takes $6 off any unlimited plan for 1 to 5 years. Here's what each tier costs and how it stacks up against rivals.
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Nov4
Reusable Mouse Traps and the Math Behind a Pest-Free Pantry
A reusable clothespin-style mouse trap costs more up front than wooden snap traps, but the numbers can work in your favor. Here's the breakdown.
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Nov4
Ontario Trillium Benefit: November 2026 Payment Date and Amounts
Eligible Ontario residents are due an OTB payment on November 10, 2026. See how the three credits work, what affects amounts and when a lump sum may a...
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Nov3
Leftover Harissa Chicken Gets a Second Life With Rice and Pantry Staples
Brown rice, broth, vegetables and pantry seasonings turn leftover chicken into a filling meal, with a small slow cooker doing the work.
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Nov2
Fabulous & Inexpensive Hostess Gift Ideas
Fabulous & Inexpensive Hostess Gift Ideas Heading to a holiday dinner, festive get-together or a friend’s home? A little hostess gift is a thoughtful...
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Oct31
A Mouse Problem Can Turn Pantry Savings Into Household Waste
Mice damaged food and disrupted quilting plans, prompting a cleanup and a rethink of pantry storage, traps and entry points.
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Oct30
Two-Dollar Freezer Containers and a Week of Long Walks
Secondhand freezer containers, a batch of minestrone portioned for weekday lunches, and a busy week that still made room for long walks.
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Oct23
Small Weekly Savings and a Free Holiday Budget Series for 2026
A week of free produce, a $1 consignment sale and holiday plans shows how modest choices can ease seasonal spending.
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Oct20
CRA Pre-Filled Tax Returns for 2026: Steps to Take Before October 31
Some lower-income Canadians may be invited to review a pre-filled 2026 tax return. Set up your CRA account and file your 2025 return by October 31, 20...
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Oct19
A Canadian Retirement Cash Flow Plan That Balances Spending, Taxes and Benefits
A sample plan uses early retirement withdrawals, TFSA contributions and delayed benefits to manage income over time, with trade-offs and market risks...