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C&R Research reports that the average American spends \$219 on subscriptions. Many find themselves with an unclear idea how much they are spending on their services, in many cases underestimating the amounts by upwards of \$100 per month.

Monthly Memberships A look as how autopay subscriptions can be a drain on your finances, especially when forgotten.

Markets pushed higher in August as AI-driven optimism helped investors look past softer economic data. The S&P 500 gained 2.62% and the S&P/TSX Composite rose 2.96%, even as softening retail sales kept consumer spending in focus. Back-to-school season adds another data point to that story, with spending expected to reach \$146.8 billion in the U.S. and \$4.5 billion in Canada this year.

Monthly Market Insights | September 2026 The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 2.62 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 3.93 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lagged, adding 1.34 percent. The S&P/TSX rose 2.96 percent.1,2

Leasing a car? Consider gap insurance to protect against losses that may not be covered by your current policy.

Gap Insurance for Leased Cars If you’re thinking of leasing a new car, then you shouldn’t forget about gap insurance.

What would you do if your beloved dog caused some damage where a mere apology wasn’t enough?

Dog Bites and Homeowners Insurance Reviewing coverage options is just one thing responsible pet parents can do to help look out for their dogs.

A home warranty may make sense, but you need to set proper expectations.

Making Sense Of A Home Warranty Understanding the value of a home warranty.

Learn how insurance deductibles work, and how they can help you save money.

How Insurance Deductibles Work Knowing how insurance deductibles work can help you save money.

How much is enough for your emergency fund?

Your Emergency Fund: How Much Is Enough? Having an emergency fund may help alleviate the stress and worry associated with a financial crisis.

Have you heard about the new contribution limits from the IRS? Read about it in our article.

New Retirement Contribution Limits for 2026 A look at the new retirement contribution limits from the IRS.

When you choose to take Social Security might impact your retirement income. Find out how.

Deciding When to Take Social Security One of the most common questions people ask about Social Security is when they should start taking benefits.

The truth is a little more complicated with these personal finance idioms.

The Latte Lie and Other Myths Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.