Back-to-school shopping on a budget

Mohamed Konate


Mohamed Konate is a personal finance expert and blogger with years of experience in the Canadian financial industry. As a former financial services professional at major institutions, he developed a deep understanding of the financial challenges facing everyday Canadians. Passionate about helping others achieve financial success, Mohamed shares his insights and knowledge on this blog. He holds a Bachelor and a Master in Business Administration from universities in Quebec.

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Back-to-school shopping on a budget
Published by Mohamed Konate | Updated Nov 20, 2023
Back-to-school shopping on a budget
Reading Time: 3 Min 6 Tips To Save On Back To School Shopping Back-to-school shopping is the second biggest retail event of the year. The only time Canadians spend more is during the winter holiday season. The difference between the two busy shopping times are, when you shop for Christmas it’s for a number of different people and most… Continue reading Back-to-school shopping on a budget
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How to keep your summer spending in check
Published by Mohamed Konate | Updated Nov 20, 2023
How to keep your summer spending in check
Reading Time: 2 Min Summer’s here and it’s time to celebrate in the sun. Money experts love to talk about how expensive the winter holiday season is, but fail to warn families how pricey the summer holidays can be too. Unlike the Christmas holidays, that last only a few days, the summer holiday is a two month long event.… Continue reading How to keep your summer spending in check
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Credit Score 101
Published by Mohamed Konate | Updated Feb 04, 2025
Credit Score 101
Reading Time: 4 Min Here’s everything you need to know about credit score basics: why it’s important, how to get it, and how to improve your score. Fact: Two-thirds of the households in Canada have debt, according to a 2017 report by the Royal Bank of Canada. Household debt includes mortgages, lines of credit, car loans, personal loans, and personal… Continue reading Credit Score 101
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Credit Card Basics
Published by Mohamed Konate | Updated Nov 24, 2023
Credit Card Basics
Reading Time: 4 Min   What is a Credit Card? When a business such as a bank lends you money it is called credit. A credit card essentially allows you to spend the bank’s money and pay them back later, all through the use of a small plastic card. Credit cards are convenient, secure, and help build your credit… Continue reading Credit Card Basics
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Credit Card Insurance Guide
Published by Mohamed Konate | Updated Nov 24, 2023
Credit Card Insurance Guide
Reading Time: 4 Min Credit Card Insurance Canadian credit card companies offer a variety of insurance options for cardholders. In order to take advantage of the insurance, you must use an eligible card for the booking or purchase. Look at the various options out there,  to have a better understanding of the benefits that come with credit cards. Collision… Continue reading Credit Card Insurance Guide
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