Financial Product Reviews

Breezeful is an online mortgage broker, which can sometimes be quicker than traditional methods while finding you a better rate. Their algorithm sifts through the various rates and options available to show you the best rates available, but of course there's no guarantee that you'll actually qualify for them.

Homewise brings the entire mortgage application process online, making it faster, less stressful, and more transparent. Whether you're looking for a pre-approval, refinance, or to switch lenders, Homewise can help you save money and find the best mortgage for you.

Moka is a modern and simple approach to investing, designed to keep you on track to your future with an easy-to-use managed portfolio. By following the S&P 500, your money is taken care of by experts without all the complication of hands-on investing. You'll also help make a positive impact on the environment, thanks to automatic contributions to forest restoration projects.

Dashlane offers private and secure password management that works on most operating systems and browsers and will even sync between devices. And it's not just for passwords – Dashlane will also store and sync your payment information (like credit cards) and personal details, filling those in whenever you need them.

LastPass is a popular password management tool available for Canadians. Even if you only opt for the free version, you'll be able to store an unlimited amount of passwords, which can be automatically generated for extra protection. Unfortunately, you'll only be able to access your passwords on one device, unless you pay for the premium plan.

1Password is a simple and secure service that lets you generate, store, and sync passwords for all of your apps across all of your devices. Initially released in 2006, 1Password has since grown to support millions of users, and has expanded its product to include more tools to help protect users, including security breach alerts, phishing protection, and protection against keylogger software.

CAA Auto Insurance is one of several products offered by CAA (Canadian Automobile Association), a well-recognized brand in Canada that provides members with automobile, travel, and insurance services. CAA members also enjoy exclusive rewards, perks, and discounts as part of their membership.

As one of the biggest banks in Canada, RBC offers travel insurance alongside its large suite of other banking products. With RBC travel insurance, you'll have the option of being covered by all the basics, including travel medical, trip cancellation, and trip interruption – all backed by a big bank you likely already know and trust. Helping take things to the next level are the registered nurses and physicians that are available 24/7 to help you with your needs.

The Oaken Savings Account is a high interest savings account from Oaken Financial. Its main draw is its top-notch rate of 2.8%. There’s also no minimum balance needed or monthly fees to save your money in this account.

The MAXA Financial High Interest Savings Account offers 1.85% interest on every penny you keep in the account, which is much more than the big banks offer. You can access your money with a debit card, which isn't always an option for online banks. And though MAXA is a division of the Westoba Credit Union (based in Manitoba), this savings account is available Canada-wide.