Stress Test Podcast
1) Cryptocurrencies are booming. But should you invest?
Cryptocurrencies are in the spotlight because of their dramatic ups and downs. So what are people who buy cryptocurrency thinking? And is it a smart investment? In our final episode of Season Four, Ro...Show More
2) They ditched the Canada's big cities for a cheaper lifestyle. How did it work out?
It’s been five years since the pandemic lockdowns began. As they dragged on, people working in cramped condos began craving more space – and began relocating to smaller cities, towns or rural areas, w...Show More
3) Feeling behind? Why your parent’s financial timeline won’t work for you
We've all seen the ads: Hip investors in their 20s, happy homeowners in their 30s, and content retirees at 65. There's a lot of pressure to reach certain financial milestones by a certain age. But the...Show More
4) From tariffs to crypto: A survival guide to investing in the Trump era
The news cycle hasn’t stopped since U.S. President Donald Trump was reelected. The past month has seen big ups and downs in the stock market, crypto, and the dollar. Whether you’re a novice investor o...Show More
5) You broke up, but can you afford to move out?
When relationships fall apart, the financial pressure of finding a new place to live can hit hard. All of a sudden, both partners need to adjust to covering the cost of rent or mortgage, utilities, an...Show More
6) Hustle culture draining you? Say hello to the soft life
We live in a society that glorifies overworking. But some people are tired of girl-bossing and rise-and-grinding. Instead of working harder for what can feel like less, they’re ready to lean out and e...Show More
7) More young adults are buying homes alone. How are they pulling it off?
Buying a home with a partner is hard enough. But a growing number of Canadians aren’t waiting for love - or marriage - before they jump into real estate. About 20 percent of homes sold in Canada are p...Show More
8) Is a university or college degree still worth the money?
A post-secondary degree is commonly seen as the best way to get ahead. But the cost of university and college is rising - and it’s rising faster than the salary you can earn with a degree. As the math...Show More
9) No, you’re not throwing your money away on rent
10) Coming soon: Season ten of Stress Test