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.

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How to Prepare for an Alien Invasion

Attention Earthlings: There are four key steps to prepare for the day aliens invade our planet

How to Prepare for a Tornado

Taking preventative measures against natural disasters, like a tornado, can help reduce the damage to your home and save the lives of you and your...

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How to Prepare for Major Flooding

Flooding is one of the most common natural disasters in North America. Every year flooding and water damage causes millions of dollars in damage. Here are four...

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How to Prepare for a Zombie Apocalypse

We’ve all seen the movies but that doesn’t mean we have the proper emergency supplies to handle a zombie apocalypse

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10 Top-Rated Essentials Every First-Time Homeowner Should Have

How do you decide what appliances or consumer goods you need when you first move in? That’s easy – ask experienced homeowners

How Much Does the First Year of Homeownership Cost?

Buying a home is exciting, but you may be surprised at all the expenses you’ll need to pay as a new homeowner

How to Balance Financial Guilt During a Global Pandemic

Should you focus on your own financial stability or help others in need? Experts weigh in

Every Task a First-Time Homeowner Needs on Their Possession Day Checklist

You've got the keys and you're ready to move in, but there are still a few items to check off your to-do list first

Is Creating an Online Will Safe?

More than half of Canadians do not have a will in place because it’s costly and inconvenient – but online will platforms are making will-planning both...

What Do Families Fight Over in Estates?

You have a will or you know you need a will so how can you ensure that everyone who is listed to receive an asset will be happy?

Are You Planning a Death Dinner?

How do you know what your loved ones want once they pass away? A death dinner or living funeral might be exactly what you need to get your answers

How Can You Protect Your Digital Assets?

Your financial life is probably worth more than you realize once you account for your digital assets — so, how can you protect these belongings?

COVID-19 FAQ: What Do Canadians Need to Know?

If your job or health has been impacted by COVID-19, you need to know the answers to these frequently asked questions

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What Financial Support Is Available Province to Province for Those Impacted by COVID-19?

If you are or will be affected by the coronavirus in the foreseeable future, check to see what your provincial government is doing to help

What Financial Support Is Available for Canadian Homeowners Impacted by COVID-19?

BMO, CIBC, National Bank, Scotiabank and TD will allow mortgage deferral for up to six months due to financial impacts from the coronavirus

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How Much Does It Cost to Move Across the Province or Country?

If you have a big move on the horizon, you need to know what expenses to prepare for and how to keep costs low

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How Tenant Insurance Protects You and Your Belongings

If you’re a renter it’s important you need to know how to get insurance coverage and why it’s necessary

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Map: Guide to Renting With Pets Across Canada

Surprised that your landlord asked you for a pet security deposit? Don't be. Rules change from province to province. To keep up to date, here's our handy...

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How to Protect Yourself as a Tenant

To be a good tenant with a great landlord you first need to learn your rights. We'll walk you through the basics of how to protect yourself as a...

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6 Interior Design Trends to Watch in 2020

Daydreaming about a renovation or fantasizing about your future home? Be sure to check out these six interior design trends before you make any solid...

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Review of 2019 Real Estate Market Trends Going Into 2020

This time last year we made a prediction about 3 real estate trends that would occur in 2019 and we scored nearly 100% – see what we got right and...

How to Adjust to the Cost of Owning a Home

Homeownership doesn’t come without some significant financial planning, but these four tactics can keep you on top of your housing budget

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What You Can Learn From a $38-Billion-Dollar Divorce Settlement

The last thing you think about when you go through a divorce is estate planning, but it sorting out your estate is exactly what you need to pay attention to...

Would You Buy a House Sight Unseen?

Before you make a significant financial decision such as buying a house sight unseen, you need to weigh the pros and cons