When most people think about financial security, they picture a number. A certain balance in the bank. A retirement savings target. A mortgage paid off.

When it comes to financial planning, most people start with a simple goal: to have more money.

Five smart questions to ask yourself right now

The Bank of Canada announced today that it’s holding its key interest rate at 2.75%, continuing a cautious approach in the face of inflation concerns, economic cooling, and global trade uncertainty.