Nicole H., Author at Conexus #MONEYTALK

About Nicole H.

Born and raised in Regina, but preferring the big city vibe, I got my chance when I moved to Sydney, Australia for grad school. And then I realized there's no place like home. So I came back to Regina, met my boyfriend, we bought a house and are now building a life here...(Full Bio in "Meet The Authors")

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Entries by Nicole H.

Buying a Second Home – Where Do I Start?

November 9, 2021 in Blog, Investment, Life Events, Mortgage /by Nicole H.

You’ve already been through the process once and bought your first home. But now your mortgage is up for renewal or you’ve outgrown your house or for any other number of reasons, you’ve decided it’s time to move onto your next house. Because you’ve done it before, you know how the process works. But there […]

Born and raised in Regina, but preferring the big city vibe, I got my chance when I moved to Sydney, Australia for grad school. And then I realized there’s no place like home. So I came back to Regina, met my boyfriend, we bought a house and are now building a life here…(Full Bio in “Meet The Authors”)

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Basement Renovations: The Expected/Unexpected Costs

June 28, 2021 in #DYK, Blog, Budgeting, Leisure, Life /by Nicole H.

If you’ve been watching a lot of HGTV during the pandemic and have been mapping out your home renovation, this blog will go through the expected and unexpected costs of getting the job done so you can start hammering down your renovations budget. When we moved into our house, like many people, there was an […]

Born and raised in Regina, but preferring the big city vibe, I got my chance when I moved to Sydney, Australia for grad school. And then I realized there’s no place like home. So I came back to Regina, met my boyfriend, we bought a house and are now building a life here…(Full Bio in “Meet The Authors”)

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How COVID-19 Affected My Wedding Day

October 21, 2020 /0 Comments/in Blog, Budgeting, Leisure, Life, Life Events /by Nicole H.

Uncertainty, frustration, sadness – not the things I was expecting to feel in the months leading up to my wedding and not something that was stopping me from becoming Bridezilla. Unfortunately, COVID-19 took the decision out of my hands and I was forced to let go of the wedding vision I had dreamed of since […]

Born and raised in Regina, but preferring the big city vibe, I got my chance when I moved to Sydney, Australia for grad school. And then I realized there’s no place like home. So I came back to Regina, met my boyfriend, we bought a house and are now building a life here…(Full Bio in “Meet The Authors”)

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When should I ACTUALLY start saving for retirement?

August 1, 2019 /0 Comments/in #DYK, Retirement /by Nicole H.

Whether it’s sunny beaches, cruising the open road, traveling the globe or just relaxing and taking time to enjoy your life – retirement looks different for everyone. No matter what it may look like for you, the one thing we all have in common is that one day we’d like to retire and we need […]

Born and raised in Regina, but preferring the big city vibe, I got my chance when I moved to Sydney, Australia for grad school. And then I realized there’s no place like home. So I came back to Regina, met my boyfriend, we bought a house and are now building a life here…(Full Bio in “Meet The Authors”)

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Yes, Couponing is Still a Thing!

June 13, 2019 /0 Comments/in Blog, Budgeting /by Nicole H.

Lady Gaga, Kristen Bell, Hilary Swank, Kourtney Kardashian and me. What do we all have in common? The love of a good deal through couponing! Couponing has come a long way from sitting around the Sunday paper with your grocery list and your scissors risking a paper cut, which is still a 100% legit option […]

Born and raised in Regina, but preferring the big city vibe, I got my chance when I moved to Sydney, Australia for grad school. And then I realized there’s no place like home. So I came back to Regina, met my boyfriend, we bought a house and are now building a life here…(Full Bio in “Meet The Authors”)

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Expenses of homeownership

May 1, 2019 /0 Comments/in Blog, Mortgage /by Nicole H.

The cost to own a home is more than just your mortgage payments. It also includes insurance, utilities, maintenance and more. Here are a few examples of, and advice on how to manage, costs related to owning a home. You’ve made your down payment, you know what your mortgage payment is and when it’s coming […]

Born and raised in Regina, but preferring the big city vibe, I got my chance when I moved to Sydney, Australia for grad school. And then I realized there’s no place like home. So I came back to Regina, met my boyfriend, we bought a house and are now building a life here…(Full Bio in “Meet The Authors”)

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How much money should I spend on…

October 10, 2018 /0 Comments/in Blog, Budgeting /by Nicole H.

Where should you be spending your money? This blog shares the recommended percentages on where you should be spending your money on things such as housing, transportation and more. A budget is a plan that can prioritize your money. It allows you to see how much money you’ll bring in each month (income) and […]

Born and raised in Regina, but preferring the big city vibe, I got my chance when I moved to Sydney, Australia for grad school. And then I realized there’s no place like home. So I came back to Regina, met my boyfriend, we bought a house and are now building a life here…(Full Bio in “Meet The Authors”)

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Tips for first-time homebuyers

March 9, 2018 /0 Comments/in Blog, Life Events, Mortgage /by Nicole H.

Purchasing your first home is a big life decision. Our Mobile Mortgage Specialists share advice for first-time homebuyers on what to know and consider when purchasing your first home. Buying your first home is a huge life event and can sometimes cause a bit of stress. Figuring out where to start can also become a […]

Born and raised in Regina, but preferring the big city vibe, I got my chance when I moved to Sydney, Australia for grad school. And then I realized there’s no place like home. So I came back to Regina, met my boyfriend, we bought a house and are now building a life here…(Full Bio in “Meet The Authors”)

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Cheap date night alternatives: Winter

February 12, 2018 /0 Comments/in Blog, Finance, Fun /by Nicole H.

Looking for a few date night ideas that won’t break the bank? This blog has you covered with several cheap date night alternatives and even a few double date bonus ideas! Date night can get expensive especially if going out for dinner and to a movie. If you’re strapped for cash but still want to impress, here […]

Born and raised in Regina, but preferring the big city vibe, I got my chance when I moved to Sydney, Australia for grad school. And then I realized there’s no place like home. So I came back to Regina, met my boyfriend, we bought a house and are now building a life here…(Full Bio in “Meet The Authors”)

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What’s your daily lunch costing you?

January 24, 2018 /0 Comments/in Blog, Fun, Savings /by Nicole H.

Buying lunch may be convenient – and tasty – but the costs can add up over time. Learn how much your daily lunch purchases may be costing you and tips on how to save. If you’re like me, you’re not a morning person. You hit snooze as many times as possible and you’re usually rushed […]

Born and raised in Regina, but preferring the big city vibe, I got my chance when I moved to Sydney, Australia for grad school. And then I realized there’s no place like home. So I came back to Regina, met my boyfriend, we bought a house and are now building a life here…(Full Bio in “Meet The Authors”)

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