Jordann Kaye

The personal finance writer and editor lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Jordann Kaye has contributed to or been featured by media organizations such as CBC, The Globe and Mail, CTV News, and Global.
For this week’s No More Ls column, we’re looking at the unexpected taxes independent contractors often owe.
Picture this: you’re a freelancer or independent contractor sitting down to file your tax return in June (the filing deadline for self-employed Canadians is June 15). You have all your receipt...

A tax refund won’t fill the Shane-and-Ilya-shaped hole in your heart, but it might feel like winning the MLH Cup. Hundreds of dollars appearing in your bank account—what’s not to like? But receivin...

For this week’s top story, we’re diving into the income tax changes Canadians can expect for filing their 2025 taxes.
The countdown to April 30 is officially on. And while the 2025 tax year was marked by a shift in federal leadership, the tax changes aren’t “bombshells”; they’re more like changes to...

3 reasons: population growth, interest rates, and building supply 🏡
Why is housing in Canada so expensive? 🍁
It comes down to 3 factors:
📈 Canada’s population is growing at an unprecedented rate, adding over a million new Canadians in 2023
💰Interest rates are higher than they have been in ages, which makes borrowing money to build new
homes more expensive and less profitable
👷We aren’t building enough homes to keep up with demand
#realestate #realestatecanada #canada #homeowner #realestateinvesting #buyahome #millennial

As kitchen styles, trends and technology change, you might find yourself with a kitchen that no longer suits your needs. One of the prime areas for updating is the kitchen cabinets, and there are lots of options to consider!
From simply repainting your cabinets to removing and replacing them entirely, there is an option for every budget.
How much do kitchen cabinets cost?
Not all kitchen cabinets are created equal, and there can be variations depending on materials and build quality. You shou...

A clean and new shower can make every morning in your bathroom feel like a getaway to a fancy spa. An old, rusty, leaky or moldy shower can feel like a hazard to your sanity and health. Fortunately, the cost to replace or remodel your shower isn't out of this world, and investing in a freshly renovated space can even boost your property value.

When it comes to saving money in Canada, you have options.

Not only can you choose how you want to save, like opening a savings account, investing your money, or even YOLO-ing on cryptocurrency, but you can also choose where you want to save your hard-earned cash—like in a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA).

The good news is, income is earned tax-free in a TFSA, which may help you grow your savings faster. Whether you have long-term plans to grow your investment nest egg or buy a home, or short-term savings goals like funding your dream European vacation, this account works well.

When you buy a home, the most significant monthly expense you’ll pay is your mortgage payment, but it isn’t the only expense. You’ll also pay property taxes, insurance, and utilities. These extra bills can add up to a significant portion of your overall housing costs, especially if your home is older and isn’t very energy efficient – which can lead to high heating bills.
Costly utilities can be a result of over a dozen energy inefficiencies throughout your home, including poor insulation leve...