As speculation continues that Canada is heading into a recessionary period, it’s a good time to think about those who will be most affected by consequent job cuts or reductions in income. High levels of inflation are already undermining many low-income individuals’ and families’ abilities to purchase healthy food, fuel their vehicles, and heat their…
With news agencies publishing stories daily about inflation, rising interest rates, and a possible recession, it’s wise to evaluate current investments, rental properties and savings. Saving 3 Months’ Living Expenses To survive possible job loss or an extended work absence due to illness, the rule of thumb is to save enough to pay your…
Being accepted to the University of Victoria, Royal Roads University or Camosun College is just one step toward studying in Victoria. As September approaches, out-of-town college and university students are usually out of luck if they haven’t already found a place to rent in Victoria by the BC Day long weekend. With the demand for…
With rental housing in short supply and fetching high rental rates in Victoria’s Capital Regional District, some people may be considering owning an investment property. Sharlane Bailey, Owner of Canwest Accounting, says her exceptional team of accountants and bookkeepers are often called upon to help these investment property owners at tax time. Unfortunately, many clients…