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A wish list for Carney’s fall budget

6 proposals to help low-income Canadians get smarter about money and close the growing wealth gap.

A wish list for Carney’s fall budget
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How to bridge the gap until an inheritance

A MoneySense reader has limited retirement income, a paid-off condo, and anticipates a substantial inheritance from her mother. How...

How to bridge the gap until an inheritance

ETFs

Beyond bullion: Smarter ways for Canadians to invest in gold

Physical gold isn't the only option. How ETFs, closed-end funds, and gold miners compare for Canadian investors.

Beyond bullion: Smarter ways for Canadians to invest in gold

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What to do when you get laid off

If you receive a severance package, you’ll have choices to make around your finances. Here’s how to make the...

What to do when you get laid off

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RRSPs

Why late-career savers need to be careful with RRSPs

While most Canadians will benefit from continuing to contribute until the day they retire, some will be better off...

Why late-career savers need to be careful with RRSPs

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Do you pay GST/HST when you build or renovate a house?

New homes generally have sales tax payable. What if you build or substantially renovate your home?

Do you pay GST/HST when you build or renovate a house?

Canadian Crypto Observer

Could bitcoin and crypto be headed for an end-of-year rally?

History suggests bitcoin and crypto often rally in October and November. Here’s what crypto investors should know before year-end.

Could bitcoin and crypto be headed for an end-of-year rally?

My MoneySense

Don’t be afraid to ask for an advance: Suzanne Bowness on budgeting for freelancers

Sue's tips for freelancers include paying off credit cards, saving for taxes in a separate account, and scrutinizing every...

Don’t be afraid to ask for an advance: Suzanne Bowness on budgeting for freelancers

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Taxes halved their inheritance. Could anything be done?

Ontario heirs face a huge tax bill after their parents’ deaths—highlighting the importance of planning ahead to reduce taxes...

Taxes halved their inheritance. Could anything be done?

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