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 Moneywise, 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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Mortgages • Mar 19
Current 10-year mortgage rates
A shorter mortgage term can have its benefits, but they're harder to get and will cost you more per month.
Mortgages • Mar 19
Current 10-year mortgage rates
A shorter mortgage term can have its benefits, but they're harder to get and will cost you more per month.
Mortgages • Dec 08
5 simple steps to help you afford house payments
Home payments are causing anxiety and hunger.
Mortgages • Dec 08
5 simple steps to help you afford house payments
Home payments are causing anxiety and hunger.
Retirement • Oct 20
The 5 cheapest states to retire in
Finding a cheaper place to retire could help alleviate some strain.
Retirement • Oct 20
The 5 cheapest states to retire in
Finding a cheaper place to retire could help alleviate some strain.
Managing Money • Aug 25
2 obstacles millennials face in homeownership
Take control while you're young.
Managing Money • Aug 25
2 obstacles millennials face in homeownership
Take control while you're young.
Managing Money • Jul 31
5 simple tips to prevent financial disaster
Dave Ramsey didn't mince his words.
Managing Money • Jul 31
5 simple tips to prevent financial disaster
Dave Ramsey didn't mince his words.
Managing Money • Jul 07
Here's how to get the most out of Amazon Prime Day
A little planning can help you avoid debt and impulsive buying during Amazon Prime Day.
Managing Money • Jul 07
Here's how to get the most out of Amazon Prime Day
A little planning can help you avoid debt and impulsive buying during Amazon Prime Day.
Life • Apr 21
Most Americans don't have emergency savings: poll
Building an emergency fund doesn’t have to be difficult.
Life • Apr 21
Most Americans don't have emergency savings: poll
Building an emergency fund doesn’t have to be difficult.
Mortgages • Mar 29
Current 15-year mortgage rates
This term is one of the most common but there are a lot of things to factor in before committing to it.
Mortgages • Mar 29
Current 15-year mortgage rates
This term is one of the most common but there are a lot of things to factor in before committing to it.
Managing Money • Feb 03
What's your money personality type?
While your type might affect your behavior, there are steps you can make to take control.
Managing Money • Feb 03
What's your money personality type?
While your type might affect your behavior, there are steps you can make to take control.
Mortgages • Feb 02
What is the current 20-year mortgage rate?
This mortgage period offers a middle ground in terms of monthly payments and interest, but is harder to get.
Mortgages • Feb 02
What is the current 20-year mortgage rate?
This mortgage period offers a middle ground in terms of monthly payments and interest, but is harder to get.
Real Estate • Dec 09
3 tips for selling in a buyer's market
Learn how to give yourself an edge in the cooling market.
Real Estate • Dec 09
3 tips for selling in a buyer's market
Learn how to give yourself an edge in the cooling market.
Life • Nov 28
How an ex-con started a successful business
Emily O’Brien found her business inspiration from a popular inmate snack.
Life • Nov 28
How an ex-con started a successful business
Emily O’Brien found her business inspiration from a popular inmate snack.
News • Sep 09
Canadian money and the Queen's death
As Canada prepares for a new head of state, the country's coins and bills of might be subject to change.
News • Sep 09
Canadian money and the Queen's death
As Canada prepares for a new head of state, the country's coins and bills of might be subject to change.
Investing • Sep 07
What you can learn from Gen Z about investing
Their familiarity with technology and their openness to risk can present them with opportunities that older investors may be missing out on.
Investing • Sep 07
What you can learn from Gen Z about investing
Their familiarity with technology and their openness to risk can present them with opportunities that older investors may be missing out on.
Life • Aug 22
Clear up your finances before saying "I do"
Tying the knot a second time can be more complicated personally, and financially.
Life • Aug 22
Clear up your finances before saying "I do"
Tying the knot a second time can be more complicated personally, and financially.
Managing Money • Jul 07
Cut your transportation budget with free transit
Put these destinations on your to-do list.
Managing Money • Jul 07
Cut your transportation budget with free transit
Put these destinations on your to-do list.
Managing Money • Jun 24
Avoid these traps raising your utility bills
The average American now spends $114 a month on power, not to mention over $70 on water and over $63 on natural gas.
Managing Money • Jun 24
Avoid these traps raising your utility bills
The average American now spends $114 a month on power, not to mention over $70 on water and over $63 on natural gas.
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