Alexandra Macqueen

Photo by Ono Kosuki from Pexels Neobanks and challenger banks are fintech (financial technology) firms that offer banking services, usually online only. These digital upstarts offer alternatives to the mainstream banking products and services we’re accustomed to. The Canadian banking system is known worldwide for its strength and stability, but even so, it’s being increasingly transformed by neobanks.So, how exactly are these new, “non-bank” players disrupting the banking system?

If you’ve been thinking about buying a house, you may be wondering how you’ll know when it’s “the right time.” If you don’t have a 20% down payment saved up, is it still OK to consider buying? If you can’t afford your forever home, should you still jump into ownership now? And does the COVID-19 pandemic change the rules for first-time home buyers? Smart people who consider those questions—and more—every day respond with these seven pieces of practical advice.

Canadians want to account for digital currencies and NFTs, and even their social media footprints Author of the article: Alexandra Macqueen  •  Canadian Family Offices Publishing date: Sep 22, 2021  •  25 minutes ago  •  5 minute read Unlike physical assets, digital assets are “decentralized.” This means there is no central authority or entity controlling or valuing the asset.