New book offers financial advice to ‘the boomerang’ generation
Written by KARRY TAYLOR
Avoiding debt, delaying a mortgage, and getting an early start on retirement savings key for young Canadians says author
Rob Carrick admits that he was "not a very financially-savvy young adult." But he says that he "gradually wised up."
That might be an understatement. Carrick, who has been writing about business and economics for nearly 20 years, is currently a personal finance columnist for The Globe and Mail.
He recently released a new book called "How to Not Move Back in With Your Parents: The Young Person's Guide to Financial Empowerment."
The impetus for the book — Carrick's third — grew from his belief that young adults lack access to financial advice.
"There are all kinds of financial advice out there for established adults and senior citizen. There is nothing for the young adult," Carrick says.
The recession and global financial crisis of 2008 and 2009 also played into his motivation to write the book.
"I was starting to read more and more about adults who were moving home, and heard the phrase 'boomerang generation.' It caught my eye," Carrick says.
"I think young adults have it especially tough right now. I thought they could use some financial advice."
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Forever alone? Join the Calgary Social Club
Written by JONATHAN VERN MCGILL
'Subreddit' aims to get Calgarians off the computer and start socializing in the community
When Josh Innes boarded the nine-hour flight from London, England, to come work in Calgary, he thought it might take months to build relationships and meet people in a new city.
But a few days after landing in town, Innes joined the Calgary Social Club, an online group that plans various spontaneous events in the city.
"I went to my first event — a wing night at Joyce on 4th — and within two minutes there is this guy talking to me," Innes says.
"The club is truly amazing. It saved me from knowing nobody and having to go out to try to meet people in bars and has turned into something that I truly feel a part of."
Poverty in the midst of plenty
Written by GEOFFREY PICKETTS
John Bodman's plight reveals complex nature of homelessness
John Bodman was 51-years-old when his life began to unravel. He had a welding ticket, owned a business and had a place to call home in Prince George, B.C. Having two friends over one night ultimately became the catalyst to a brutal chain-reaction that saw Bodman lose it all.
"They asked, 'Mind if we smoke?" Bodman said. "I said, 'Nahh, everybody smokes.'" He thought they meant cigarettes. Then they slapped a pipe and other crack-smoking paraphernalia on the table.
Bodman didn't want anything to do with crack-cocaine, but admitted "it looked like they were having fun." A few hours later he tried his first hit.
"It went downhill from there. I pawned everything, sold my business and started rooming in crack houses in Prince George," he said.
Consignment not the same as thrift store
Written by LISA TAYLOR
Customers reap benefits of high-quality clothing at significantly lower prices
When you walk into Changes Consignment Clothing, a high-end women's consignment store in Marda Loop, you are welcomed by colourful clothing illuminated by the sun shining through multiple windows.
Customers bustle around picking from rows and rows of designer items that have been significantly marked down from their original prices by about 60 per cent.
Barbara Davis has successfully operated Changes for over 25 years and says that there has always been a misconception towards the word "consignment." However, people are finally starting to realize the benefits of shopping at stores like this.
Exploring dance courtesy of Bollywood
Written by DAVID GOLDENSTEIN
Indian-based dancing a multicultural experience for well-being
Right before the credits begin to roll, the viewer is treated to an upbeat and energetic dance number — one definitely not lacking in flair or style. Danny Boyle's 2008 film "Slumdog Millionaire" certainly ended on a high note.
This scene was one of North America's first mainstream exposures to what is known as Bollywood dance.
Originating from Mumbai, India, Bollywood dance is a mixture of classical and Indian folk-dancing styles, amongst many others.
Raw energy collides with a release of cathartic enjoyment as palms fly in many directions, embracing the moment.
Why I deleted most of my Facebook history
Written by Shane Flug
Privacy concerns of new Timeline convinces Calgary writer to clean slate
My public-opinion courtroom will soon be in session, and I will present my case as a job candidate.
As I prepare to look for work, human resources people Googling my name will serve as my career judges, juries and executioners.
The onus is on me to make a strong case that I am the one worthy of the position. If I do, I'll be able to get that interview and go from there.
‘Break the Cycle’ hopes to stop domestic violence
Written by OLIVIA GUY-MCCARVILL
Annual fundraising event for Calgary Counselling Centre held at SAIT
On April 14 at SAIT, a group of Calgarians are hoping to set a record for the "Guinness Book of World Records."
But this is not a hotdog-eating contest. Instead a local karate club is hoping for the largest number of people – 250 – to break boards at the same time.
This is the fourth annual event known as "Break the Cycle" was established to raise funds and awareness for the Calgary Counselling Centre.
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