Financial Product Reviews

If you’re someone who doesn’t need to make a lot of transactions throughout the month and wants a simple way to save, the TD Every Day Savings Account could be a great option for you. TD Every Day Savings Account holders earn interest on every dollar for no monthly fee, and the account includes one free transaction per month. Additionally, it offers the convenience of free unlimited transfers between TD accounts, making it easy to use this account for savings and a chequing account for day-to-day banking.

Based in Vancouver, Lions Peak Insurance is a life insurance broker that works with well recognized names like Sun Life, Manulife, Desjardins, and more. Lions Peak Insurance can help set you up with a life insurance policy tailored to your unique needs.

The TD All-Inclusive Banking Plan offers a rich set of benefits in exchange for a $30.95 monthly fee, which is waived when a $5,000 daily balance is maintained throughout the month. Account holders can enjoy unlimited transactions, no fees for TD or non-TD ATMs, rebates on the annual fee for select TD credit cards, and the opportunity to earn bonuses from partners like Starbucks.

The Neo Savings Account is Neo’s high-interest savings account (HISA), an easy option for Canadians looking for an account with generous interest rates on all deposits. Plus, Neo doesn't charge any fees, which makes this account an excellent choice regardless of your savings experience or financial knowledge.

soNomad is relatively new to the insurance market, but it's gaining popularity for its broad range of coverage options and easy purchasing process. Whether you’re a student, seasoned traveller, or just looking for basic coverage on your next out-of-province trip, you can find the travel insurance you need.

One of Canada's favourite non-traditional fintech startups is now offering mortgages. Since Neo Financial was founded in 2019, it's been taking the financial world by storm, making it no great surprise that they've added mortgages to their service menu.

If you're looking for a quick and easy way to get home insurance at a decent rate, Square One will deliver. Square One launched its professional services in January of 2011 and now provides several different insurance products, including landlord insurance, tenant insurance, condo insurance, and more. They've found a way to bypass many of the complexities typically built into more traditional policies, making it easier to customize your insurance coverage.

Innovation's No-Fee Bank Account is a top-notch no fee account that offers features and benefits not commonly associated with chequing accounts. This chequing account from Saskatchewan-based Innovation Federal Credit Union is a strong contender in the free chequing account sphere, with cross-country availability (except for Quebec).

The TD Unlimited Chequing Account lives up to its name, offering unlimited transactions and unlimited Interac e-Transfers. At $17.95 per month, it’s a mid-tier bank account that comes with plenty of value, including a generous welcome bonus and the option to receive a first-year annual fee rebate on several TD credit cards—perfect if you like keeping your financial products all at one institution.

Chexy lets you pay your rent, bills, and taxes with your credit card, earning rewards without changing how your landlord or payees get paid. To pay rent with Chexy, all you need to provide is your landlord's information and credit card details once, and then Chexy automatically charges your card and processes the payment via e-Transfer, Pre-Authorized Debit, or Bill Pay each month.