Finance

Under financial stress? Watch out for loans that ask for a fee upfront

If the pandemic has put you under financial pressure and you’re considering taking out a loan, we have some important information to share with you about advance fee loans. We’re going to tell you what they are and some red flags to watch out for.

Grant scams: 3 types to watch out for

Has anyone offered you “free money” in the form of a grant? We’re going to tell you about three different types of grant scams and how to avoid them.

Rent increases: what are the rules in BC?

Whether you are a tenant or a landlord, it’s important to know the laws around standard rent increases for residential tenancies. With info from the Residential Tenancy Branch, here are the rules in BC.