By now you have no doubt heard about Canada’s new First Time Home Buyers Incentive.

But what is it? How does it work? What are the pros and cons? And what’s the deal with the “shared equity” system?

Almost everyone uses credit and having a good credit score is crucial to save money, increase the likelihood to be approved for loans and is key to financial success. Below, we go through what credit is and how your actions affect your credit score. With a knowledge on how to impact your credit score, you can ensure that you have a healthy credit score.