Canadian Banking, Credit & Taxes

What does a Canadian landlord, a car dealership, and a cell phone provider all have in common? Before they say yes to you, they check a three-digit number you may not even know yet. For newcomer families, that number: your credit score, can feel like a locked door. The good news: checking your credit score…

Have you ever applied for a credit card or tried to rent an apartment in Canada and felt like you were being graded on a test you never studied for? You’re not alone. For newcomer families, the Canadian credit system can feel like an invisible wall and the two companies standing behind that wall, Equifax…