[OC] Canadian expenses, non-working spouse, no kids

Posted by Ambitious-Apples

22 Comments

  1. Don’t let the Americans see you only paid 30% tax, their fables about our socialist hellscape demand that be 80–%

  2. SophisticatedTurn on

    Very impressive and in line with our budget for a couple as well. Question though, how do you feel about building an emergency fund with these expenses? It’s tough to save a lot per year

  3. sorryAboutThatChief on

    I’m likely asking a dumb question but you would be surprised how many people put money into a TFSA but never invest it in anything. They think because it’s called a Tax free “savings” account, they are getting some sort of return on their savings.

    So, are you investing your TFSA money?

  4. This may be a dumb question, but what is kosher fast food? Is it certain foods at any fast food establishment, or are there specific kosher fast food restaurants?

  5. This is one of the best clever lies I’ve seen in a long time.
    I skipped the brown bit in the middle because the thing is poorly designed and I didn’t notice.

    This makes it look like taxes are 22%.
    Taxes, AS PER THIS, are 33%.

  6. You are not maxing out your RRSP credit, have you considered contribute less to TFSA and shift the money to RRSP instead ? You get more tax break this way.

  7. I knew that meme I read yesterday that explained Canadians call electricity “hydro” would come in handy!!!

  8. My take-home income is $3100/month (2×1550) (Full Time permanent -Union Government job-Graphic Design) (18 years on the job).
    My mortgage +Strata Fees are $1,700/month.

    After the other bills and minimum groceries, there is nothing left for savings or investments. No charitable giving. No vacations. No extras. Last year I spent $0 on new clothing.

    I don’t know about other people but most budgets I see online by people seem completely tone-def to the reality of the average person.

    *I own a very small 2 bedroom appt. In BC Canada