Laura Boast
Laura Boast is an Associate Editor with Moneywise.com and a lifelong content creator who has reached international audiences at Discovery, CBC, Blue Ant Media, Bond Brand Loyalty and more.
She relishes unpacking complex ideas and making them relatable—and sparking conversations in the process. Whether she's at a local lunch table or in the Arctic on a dinosaur dig, Laura pokes around to unearth the surprising facts just beneath the surface.
EXPERIENCE
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WWise Publishing Inc.Associate Editor 2025–Present
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UUniversity of Toronto School of Continuing StudiesDigital Strategy and Communications Certificate 2019
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AAlliance Française TorontoIntermediate French 2012
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UUniversity of King's CollegeBachelor of Journalism 1990
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UUniversity of GuelphHon. Bachelor of Commerce 1988
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Managing Money • May 12
A nurse's boyfriend says Dave Ramsey has her in 'a cult' after she successfully paid off $83K in debt
There’s a difference between being a fan and being fanatic about paying off debt.
Managing Money • May 12
A nurse's boyfriend says Dave Ramsey has her in 'a cult' after she successfully paid off $83K in debt
There’s a difference between being a fan and being fanatic about paying off debt.
News • May 11
Hassett brags that credit card spending is 'through the roof' — as delinquencies climb and farm bankruptcies jump 46%
The blowback from Kevin Hassett’s interview came quickly, from political commentators to social media users. Is credit card spending really a sign of American prosperity and an improving jobs outlook?
News • May 11
Hassett brags that credit card spending is 'through the roof' — as delinquencies climb and farm bankruptcies jump 46%
The blowback from Kevin Hassett’s interview came quickly, from political commentators to social media users. Is credit card spending really a sign of American prosperity and an improving jobs outlook?
Managing Money • May 07
41% of Gen Zers now have prenups — more than double the national rate. Why they're embracing financial transparency
A Harris Poll found 41% of engaged or married Gen Zers have a prenup already. What’s behind the trend.
Managing Money • May 07
41% of Gen Zers now have prenups — more than double the national rate. Why they're embracing financial transparency
A Harris Poll found 41% of engaged or married Gen Zers have a prenup already. What’s behind the trend.
Managing Money • May 04
I’m 64 and single with a $2.25 million nest egg — but no clue what to do next. How do I find value in my golden years?
Even if you’ve diversified your portfolio for retirement, you need to invest in your psychological well-being.
Managing Money • May 04
I’m 64 and single with a $2.25 million nest egg — but no clue what to do next. How do I find value in my golden years?
Even if you’ve diversified your portfolio for retirement, you need to invest in your psychological well-being.
Investing • May 01
Gold is going to hit $8,000 by 2031, Deutsche Bank predicts. Why the world is distracted by this precious metal now
The German investment bank is the latest to declare gold’s dominance in global markets.
Investing • May 01
Gold is going to hit $8,000 by 2031, Deutsche Bank predicts. Why the world is distracted by this precious metal now
The German investment bank is the latest to declare gold’s dominance in global markets.
News • Apr 30
As Trump pumps a bulletproof ballroom, more Americans are looking to do the same to their homes. What people are buying
President Trump is not the only homeowner looking to protect himself, his family and his friends from an attack at home.
News • Apr 30
As Trump pumps a bulletproof ballroom, more Americans are looking to do the same to their homes. What people are buying
President Trump is not the only homeowner looking to protect himself, his family and his friends from an attack at home.
Managing Money • Apr 21
One man spent $20,000 a month for a decade — without his wife knowing. Here’s how to spot a partner’s financial cheating
Partners may try to cover their tracks financially, but it often ends up in divorce.
Managing Money • Apr 21
One man spent $20,000 a month for a decade — without his wife knowing. Here’s how to spot a partner’s financial cheating
Partners may try to cover their tracks financially, but it often ends up in divorce.
Investing • Apr 20
Logan Paul bought a $500,000 dinosaur skull instead of investing in stocks — and says it's already doubled in value
The WWE wrestler and influencer says fossils will outperform the market over the next 20 years.
Investing • Apr 20
Logan Paul bought a $500,000 dinosaur skull instead of investing in stocks — and says it's already doubled in value
The WWE wrestler and influencer says fossils will outperform the market over the next 20 years.
Managing Money • Apr 15
Retiring couples need up to $469,000 saved just for health care, study finds — even with Medicare coverage
Out-of-pocket health costs for premiums paired with longer life expectancies and the unknown future of Medicare mean we need to plan and save differently than we used to.
Managing Money • Apr 15
Retiring couples need up to $469,000 saved just for health care, study finds — even with Medicare coverage
Out-of-pocket health costs for premiums paired with longer life expectancies and the unknown future of Medicare mean we need to plan and save differently than we used to.
News • Apr 15
NFL plays defense as Department of Justice investigates unfair TV deals — what it will take for your bills to come down
“What we’re essentially seeing play out here is a classic case of a monopolized industry using their power and control to take advantage of the American people."
News • Apr 15
NFL plays defense as Department of Justice investigates unfair TV deals — what it will take for your bills to come down
“What we’re essentially seeing play out here is a classic case of a monopolized industry using their power and control to take advantage of the American people."
Investing • Apr 12
The Trumps have lost more than $1 billion on bitcoin since the president's return to office. What’s behind the huge loss
Bitcoin was blossoming when Eric and Donald Trump Jr. snapped it up. Now the bloom's off the bitcoin rose.
Investing • Apr 12
The Trumps have lost more than $1 billion on bitcoin since the president's return to office. What’s behind the huge loss
Bitcoin was blossoming when Eric and Donald Trump Jr. snapped it up. Now the bloom's off the bitcoin rose.
News • Apr 10
'We might need to raise rates': A top Fed official just put a rate hike back on the table — and it hinges on one thing
Interest rates hang in the balance as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and staff walk a tightrope between inflation and employment.
News • Apr 10
'We might need to raise rates': A top Fed official just put a rate hike back on the table — and it hinges on one thing
Interest rates hang in the balance as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and staff walk a tightrope between inflation and employment.
News • Apr 08
Trump wants to axe 9,400 TSA jobs and hand airport security to private contractors — here's who profits
In the wake of airport chaos, Trump aims to cut $1.5 billion from the TSA budget and lay off 9,400 of its workers. But who stands to gain?
News • Apr 08
Trump wants to axe 9,400 TSA jobs and hand airport security to private contractors — here's who profits
In the wake of airport chaos, Trump aims to cut $1.5 billion from the TSA budget and lay off 9,400 of its workers. But who stands to gain?
Investing • Apr 08
The space economy is red hot right now, from Artemis II to SpaceX's IPO. Here's how you can get a piece of the action
Space-related ventures are heating up right now, and there’s a way to get a piece of the action.
Investing • Apr 08
The space economy is red hot right now, from Artemis II to SpaceX's IPO. Here's how you can get a piece of the action
Space-related ventures are heating up right now, and there’s a way to get a piece of the action.
Managing Money • Apr 01
Suze Orman says the best way to tackle financial stress is to not think about the future
Focusing on today can help your finances tomorrow.
Managing Money • Apr 01
Suze Orman says the best way to tackle financial stress is to not think about the future
Focusing on today can help your finances tomorrow.
News • Mar 29
Trump declared inflation 'defeated' — now the U.S. is projected to have the worst inflation among G7 countries in 2026
The effects of tariffs and the war in Iran — even if it ends soon — will be felt at the till all year long.
News • Mar 29
Trump declared inflation 'defeated' — now the U.S. is projected to have the worst inflation among G7 countries in 2026
The effects of tariffs and the war in Iran — even if it ends soon — will be felt at the till all year long.
News • Mar 26
Chance the Rapper won $35 in a $1 million lawsuit against his ex-manager. How to decide if legal action is worth it
Chance might consider this a win, but it might not feel the same if this is how your lawsuit panned out.
News • Mar 26
Chance the Rapper won $35 in a $1 million lawsuit against his ex-manager. How to decide if legal action is worth it
Chance might consider this a win, but it might not feel the same if this is how your lawsuit panned out.
Retirement • Mar 20
My wife and I have a $600K nest egg but my retired sister only has $25K and wants cash. What should I do?
The answer involves calculating the emotional and financial costs in the long term.
Retirement • Mar 20
My wife and I have a $600K nest egg but my retired sister only has $25K and wants cash. What should I do?
The answer involves calculating the emotional and financial costs in the long term.
Managing Money • Mar 08
Cynthia Chen came to the US with no credit. Now she runs a $1B firm to give 'credit invisible' people a fighting chance
Giving credit where it's due.
Managing Money • Mar 08
Cynthia Chen came to the US with no credit. Now she runs a $1B firm to give 'credit invisible' people a fighting chance
Giving credit where it's due.
News • Sep 26
The cost of coffee, steak and car repairs are all soaring — how to stop inflation from chewing up your budget
In times of division, this is uniting Americans.
News • Sep 26
The cost of coffee, steak and car repairs are all soaring — how to stop inflation from chewing up your budget
In times of division, this is uniting Americans.
Real Estate • Aug 20
40 Colorado families bought their entire mobile-home park for $4M before developers could grab it — here's how
Their funding came from an unexpected source
Real Estate • Aug 20
40 Colorado families bought their entire mobile-home park for $4M before developers could grab it — here's how
Their funding came from an unexpected source
Real Estate • Mar 21
I’m 72, looking for an affordable retirement community in Kansas near my grandkids and wondering about senior co-ops
Consider the pros and cons before you commit.
Real Estate • Mar 21
I’m 72, looking for an affordable retirement community in Kansas near my grandkids and wondering about senior co-ops
Consider the pros and cons before you commit.
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