The Mogo Blog

Fun Money Friday: Win the Fujifilm Finepix XP60 Waterproof camera

Finally – a camera that’s not afraid to get its hands dirty (or wet, or cold, or dropped)! The Fujifilm XP60 Waterproof camera is one of the toughest, sharpest cameras on the block, and we want to give one away. Want to win? Keep reading, or go straight to our Fun Money Friday page on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/mogomoney/app_439186246209575]. Just because your world gets a bit messy doesn’t mean you should stop capturing the moment! This Fujifilm camera is the go-anywhere warrior that w

5 sneaky ways to save money without even trying

Who wouldn’t want some extra cash on hand? We all do – but the tricky part of that proposition is the extra effort. Here are some tips and hacks that will save you real money, with minimal effort. Automate your savings What if I told you that 5 minutes of effort could help you hit your savings goal for 2014? It sounds like a scam, but it’s totally simple. Online banking makes it ridiculously easy to automatically contribute to your savings account. Set a dollar amount, click ‘monthly’, and yo

FMF: Win the Nest Protect Smoke + Carbon Monoxide Alarm

The next generation of smart home safety is here. The Nest Protect: Smoke + Carbon Monoxide Alarm [http://store.apple.com/ca/product/HD746V/A/nest-protect-smoke-carbon-monoxide-alarm-wired-120vac?fnode=0001050701] connects you, your devices, and the safety of your family in a way that’s easy, automatic, and less annoying than traditional methods. Google may have just bought Nest for $3.2 Billion [http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/international-business/us-business/google-to-buy

How Much Does a Canadian Wedding Cost? We’ll Show Ya! (Infographic)

Dearly beloved, we are gathered here to break down the average costs of weddings in Canada. Sure, you want to express your undying love to you soul mate, yadda, yadda, yadda, but how much are you and your mate-to-be about to shell out for this happiest day of your life mega party? What’s it going to cost? Read on. Spoiler alert, let your wallet know it might start getting some sympathy pains. [https://blog.mogo.ca/content/images/2015/04/canadian-wedding-cost-infographic-mogo.jpg]

Valentine's Day Pro Tips: 10 gifts for $10

Let’s get real. Valentine’s Day is expensive – but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s a last minute guide to show you 10 gifts for $10 or under (that are actually awesome). For Him * Copper Bar Tools [http://www.westelm.com/products/mrk-copper-bar-tools-d1970/] – $5.76 – $8.10 From West Elm * French Fry Dipping Cone [http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/15e8/] – $4.99 from ThinkGeek * The Walking Dead Vol 1 on Kindle [http://www.amazon.ca/The-Walking-Dead-Vol-Days-ebook/