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Alyssa Davies

Alyssa Davies is a content manager for Zolo and a published author living in Calgary, Alberta. She is the founder of the two-time award-winning Canadian Personal Finance Blog of the Year Mixed Up Money. Through her work, she has been featured in many notable publications, including The Globe and Mail, CNBC, CBC, and more. Her books, The 100 Day Financial Goal Journal and Financial First Aid, are currently available for purchase.

Latest Posts

5 Tips to Find a Home Appraiser

Who pays for an appraiser report and do you even need an appraisal report?

tips to find a home appraiser

How To Create a Budget: Free Household Budget Template

Finally take control of your spending with our free monthly household budget

how to create a household budget

How Many Homes Will You Buy In Your Lifetime?

The average Canadian will own 4.5 to 5.5 homes over their lifespan

How to Find a Good Rental Property

Use these tips to find an affordable rental unit

cost to rent in Canada

How Are Damage Deposits Regulated Canada-Wide?

Here's what you need to know about damage deposits and security deposits

Should You Buy a Fixer-Upper?

Sources say loving DIY Pinterest projects isn't the best way to determine whether a fixer-upper is right for you

Woman works on fixer upper

2023 Canada Housing Market Report: A Comprehensive Look at the Year’s Trends

How do Canadians buy homes? We share insight by the numbers

Canada Housing Market

Going Solo? Best Places in Canada to Buy as a Single Person

More people are living alone in Canada than ever before. We ranked the top places for buying a home as a single person

single woman speaking on the phone in her new home

How to Manage the Stress of Selling Your House

Don't let your to-do list get you down. Use these tips to stay calm

dealing with the stress of selling your home

Work-Life Balance Tips for a Calmer 2023

2023 will be the year of self-care with these work-life balance tips from wellness experts

man at his desk looking at computer

How to Install a Ceiling Light

Our step-by-step guide to installing a new light fixture

Ceiling Fan

Best Financial Tips for Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials & Gen Z

The end of the year is the perfect time implement these money tips

three generations in a family

10 of Our Best Financial Tips on How to Get Out of Debt

Tips from industry professionals to help you pay off debt in 2023

couple reviewing their current mortgage

Canadian Homeowners Ready to Weather Economic Storms Thanks to Rainy Day Funds

87% of Canadian Homeowners Have an Emergency Fund

Homeowner checking budget

How Much Does It Cost to Raise a Child in Canada?

From feeding to childcare, the many expenses you’ll have to front in year one of becoming a parent can be overwhelming

Mom holding baby

How to Compost in an Apartment + Urban Composting Tips

Learn how to compost in an apartment to lower your carbon footprint

close up of a table with a compost bin full of vegetables corn and other materials

Pandemic Home Buying, Not Panic Buying — Survey Shows Pandemic Buyers Have No Regrets

Despite high housing prices, most Canadians don’t regret buying a home during the pandemic

Buying a home during the pandemic

Should You DIY or Hire a Professional for Your Next Home Renovation Project?

DIY home renovations might seem like the best way to keep costs down, but that doesn’t mean they are for everyone

Hire a professional contractor

The Ultimate House Cleaning Checklist for Moving into a New Home

Use these tips to achieve a 'like-new' feel upon move in

House cleaning checklist

Everything You Need to Do to Sell Your Home Fast

Ready to sell? Here's how to attract a top-dollar buyer

Prepare to sell your home

10 of the Best Food Trucks in Calgary

From mini donuts to wood-fired pizza, we found the best Calgary food trucks to try

Food trucks Calgary

How to Sell Your Home Faster with Real Estate Photography

Don't forget these tips while getting the perfect shot

How to take real estate photography

How to Find a Real Estate Agent in a New City or Country

In this case, using a referral can be the key to a successful home buying experience

couple meeting realtor

Should I Sell My House? Signs It’s Time to Sell

Before you sell, consider these questions and factors

Couple selling home