James Battiston
James Battiston
Content SpecialistJames Battiston has been writing personal finance articles for various websites for the past four years. He has a background in film and TV production, and can often be found consuming far too much coffee.
Prior to joining Money.ca, James Battiston was a frequent contributor to Ratehub where he wrote extensively on mortgages, home and life insurance, and has broadened his expertise to include retirement. Additionally, he has written content for companies such as Applied Systems, Access Storage and Aphria Inc. He holds an honours BA from the University of Toronto and is a graduate of the Canadian Film Centre. He loves to spend his spare time with his family and drinking copious amounts of coffee.
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Real Estate • Jun 04
BoC holds rates: How it impacts home buying
Real estate agents break down how the rates affect the market, and how you can navigate the changes.
Real Estate • Jun 04
BoC holds rates: How it impacts home buying
Real estate agents break down how the rates affect the market, and how you can navigate the changes.
Managing Money • Apr 04
Ramsey rants about 3 'dumb' mistakes people make
Ramsey didn't mince words, calling them simply "dumb, really dumb."
Managing Money • Apr 04
Ramsey rants about 3 'dumb' mistakes people make
Ramsey didn't mince words, calling them simply "dumb, really dumb."
Taxes • Feb 14
What are the income tax brackets for 2024?
Find out where you fit in, and how you can lower your taxable income
Taxes • Feb 14
What are the income tax brackets for 2024?
Find out where you fit in, and how you can lower your taxable income
Managing Money • Jan 11
Social media FOMO can land you in huge debt
Scrolling and spending go hand in hand
Managing Money • Jan 11
Social media FOMO can land you in huge debt
Scrolling and spending go hand in hand
Managing Money • May 09
Common law couples and property ownership
While it may seem less complicated than marriage, these relationships come with their own legal conundrums.
Managing Money • May 09
Common law couples and property ownership
While it may seem less complicated than marriage, these relationships come with their own legal conundrums.
Banking • Apr 05
'Canada's a paragon of safe banking'
Two experts break down what makes the U.S. and Canada different, and what makes Canada safer.
Banking • Apr 05
'Canada's a paragon of safe banking'
Two experts break down what makes the U.S. and Canada different, and what makes Canada safer.
Investing • Mar 17
How to recession-proof your investments
While many may be worried about mortgage payments and inflation, aspiring and experienced investors might be wondering how to navigate the market.
Investing • Mar 17
How to recession-proof your investments
While many may be worried about mortgage payments and inflation, aspiring and experienced investors might be wondering how to navigate the market.
Real Estate • Mar 14
Pros and cons of buying a pre-construction home
While the benefits can be alluring in a tough housing market, don’t let your excitement lead you into a bad decision.
Real Estate • Mar 14
Pros and cons of buying a pre-construction home
While the benefits can be alluring in a tough housing market, don’t let your excitement lead you into a bad decision.
News • Feb 08
What is a recession?
Whenever you turn on the news, there seems to be talk about a recession. Are we in one? Is one coming? How long will it last?
News • Feb 08
What is a recession?
Whenever you turn on the news, there seems to be talk about a recession. Are we in one? Is one coming? How long will it last?
Retirement • May 30
Living wills: Everything you need to know about planning ahead medically
Healthcare professionals recommend having a living will, even if you're young.
Retirement • May 30
Living wills: Everything you need to know about planning ahead medically
Healthcare professionals recommend having a living will, even if you're young.
Investing • May 18
What is a Canada Learning Bond?
This benefit helps lower-income families fund their child's education.
Investing • May 18
What is a Canada Learning Bond?
This benefit helps lower-income families fund their child's education.
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