Globe Investor: Household Finance

Heavily indebted Canadians are in a position to benefit from the global economic downturn

Will new, quasi-legal music sites eclipse iTunes?

Remarrying can bring a whole new level of financial complexity - more assets, more dependents, more jealousy

On my diet the money saver is beans, which are inexpensive, says Preet Banerjee

Many Canadians owe more debt than their income - avoid falling into that trap

Couple’s ability to move and retire early while their children are young depends solely on investment returns

Rogers has introduced a warning system to help customers avoid exorbitant cellphone fees. It’s a ‘baby step,’ according to a consumer advocate

How to choose the right credit card to take on your next international trip and what to expect when you use it

Many of us fume silently when restaurant bills are split evenly - and in our view, unfairly. Is asking for separate cheques the way to go, or are we just being uptight?

With consumers tracking spending through mobile apps and online statements, the paper receipt’s time may be coming to an end

Here’s how pet owners can plan ahead for unexpected vet bills

Can you have a cash bar? Invite people without their kids? Our wedding planner weighs in

Don't let the excitement of owning your own home lead you to make bad financial decisions

As tough as it seems in these economic times, there are advantages to stopping work ahead of schedule - especially for those with big plans for their retirement years.

Proper planning early on can help alleviate the financial burden that graduates will eventually face