Unpacking Canadian Banking Fees
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In this episode of Strictly Money, host Saijal Patel and Ratehub.ca’s Natasha Macmillan discuss a recent report comparing banking fees in Canada to those in the U.K. and Australia.
Discover the startling discrepancies in fees for basic banking services and explore how they impact the everyday consumer. From monthly account fees to non-sufficient funds charges, learn why Canadians are paying more and what solutions might exist to alleviate the burden.
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⏰Timestamps:
00:00 - 03:15: Introduction to banking fees in Canada
03:15 - 06:12: Truths about Monthly fees and minimum balances
06:12 - 09:27: How ATM cash withdrawal fees work
09:27 - 12:44: Factors contributing to high fees in Canada
12:44 - 15:54: Government initiatives vs other countries
15:54 - 18:57: Bundling banking products
18:57 - 21:56: What is Open Banking and how does it work
21:56 - 27:03: Importance of credit card choice
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Saijal Patel, CFA, is a former CNBC and BNN journalist and passionate financial wellness advocate. She's bringing Strictly Money directly to you via YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and where ever you get your podcasts.
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