The Hearth Blog

Tips, guides, and stories about budgeting together.

Net Worth is Vanity, Cash Flow is Sanity
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Net Worth is Vanity, Cash Flow is Sanity

Mar 8, 2026
Why We Stopped Syncing Our Bank Accounts (And Started Talking About Money Instead)
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Why We Stopped Syncing Our Bank Accounts (And Started Talking About Money Instead)

Mar 5, 2026
Money Conversations to Have Before Moving In Together
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Money Conversations to Have Before Moving In Together

Mar 2, 2026
Should Couples Have Joint or Separate Bank Accounts?
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Should Couples Have Joint or Separate Bank Accounts?

Feb 27, 2026
How to Split Bills Fairly When You Earn Different Salaries
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How to Split Bills Fairly When You Earn Different Salaries

Feb 24, 2026
How to Budget as a Couple Without Fighting About Money
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How to Budget as a Couple Without Fighting About Money

Feb 21, 2026
10 Ways to Save $500/Month
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10 Ways to Save $500/Month

Save $500 a month? It sounds like a lot-until you realize it's just $16/day. Here are 10 simple, proven ways to get there.

Feb 18, 2026
How Much Is Your Paycheque Actually Worth? Ontario vs. Alberta
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How Much Is Your Paycheque Actually Worth? Ontario vs. Alberta

Alberta's lower taxes sound tempting, but is your take-home pay really higher? Let's break down the real numbers.

Feb 15, 2026
What Tax Refund Will I Get from My RSP Contribution?
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What Tax Refund Will I Get from My RSP Contribution?

Feb 12, 2026