by prepareforcanada.com | Aug 24, 2023 | Manage Your Finances
For newcomers, carefully managing your personal finances is vitally important, especially if you have not yet landed your ideal job. And, settlement agencies suggest that it can take up to six months to land a job that matches your skills and experiences. In the...
by prepareforcanada.com | Jun 5, 2023 | After you Arrive, Employment In Canada
Are you looking to buy a franchise in Canada but are unsure if you can afford the costs? It’s true, an average middle-class salary alone probably won’t be enough to make your dream a reality. But, that doesn’t mean starting a franchise is impossible even on a limited...
by prepareforcanada.com | May 12, 2023 | Living in Canada
Senior immigrants often face significant challenges when settling into Canada. Many struggle with language barriers, mobility issues, and feelings of isolation. They may rely heavily on their adult children who sponsored them to come to Canada, but this can lead to...
by prepareforcanada.com | Mar 24, 2023 | Banking and Finance, Manage Your Finances
It is a lesson that many newcomers learn when they arrive in Canada: you need credit to pay for large expenses, buy a car, or purchase a home. However, you can’t borrow without a Canadian credit history. Canadian lenders typically check each applicant’s credit...
by prepareforcanada.com | Mar 13, 2023 | Manage Your Finances
When searching for your first home, here are five tips to ensure you get the best mortgage rates in Canada. And, to get the best rates will require you to research so you know how to select a mortgage that’s right for you. Many newcomers arrive with savings to...