I’mmmm baaaack! Not that I ever left. But some folks took my last article as a “sign-off ”. Not so. But now that I’ve officially entered the chronological age of...
Category - Finance/Business
HOW TO APPLY FOR PATENTS Part I WHAT IS A PATENT?A patent is the exclusive right granted by the government to manufacture, import or sell a product or to use a process...
When Does a Second Mortgage Make Sense? For many homeowners, their property represents their largest financial asset. As equity builds over time, a second mortgage can...
In the heart of Alberta, a quiet but powerful revolution is underway in the world of beekeeping. Beekeeping Innovations Ltd. (BIL) is a Canadian startup tackling one of...
Too Much Life at the End of the Money You have probably heard the phrase; too much month left at the end of the money. Paying for housing, groceries, fuel, utilities and...
The “R” word. As I am faced with what society politely calls “retirement”, I’ve realized something liberating. I don’t actually want to “retire”. I want to “re-live” for...
CDN Trademark Regarding the trademarking process, we would need to conduct a trademark search in Canada to see if your trademark has been registered or applied for. The...
Using a Mortgage to Restore Your Credit When your credit score has taken a hit, it can feel like you’re stuck in a financial holding pattern. Missed payments, high...
Financial Resolutions for 2026 Give your finances a boost this new year. Here is a list of financial resolutions to help you become better off by the end of the next...
Food for thought This month I’m speaking to restaurant owners. You juggle food costs, staff schedules, and the occasional customer who wants their steak “medium rare but...








