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Can you put an inheritance into a joint account?

Putting an inheritance into a joint account may seem simple, but tax and attribution rules can affect who reports...

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How to prepare for life as a single-income family

Experts say the best way to prepare for a single-income household is to test your budget first. Here's how...

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Investing

Moving to the U.S.? Don’t rush to convert your Canadian portfolio

Moving to the U.S. doesn’t automatically mean you should convert your Canadian investments. Here’s why tax rules, currency risk...

ETFs

Buying ETFs in Canada Tool: The MoneySense ETF Screener

Which ETFs should you invest in? Which ones best suit your risk tolerance? What about personal ethics? Check out...

Investing

Stock news: Couche-Tard and BlackBerry post gains, Metro flags strike impact

Couche-Tard reports higher Q4 profit and revenue, BlackBerry raises full-year outlook after a stronger quarter, and Metro sees earnings...

Student Debt

Before you borrow: Navigating back-to-school financial aid in Canada

Navigating student financial aid in Canada? Learn how loans, grants, scholarships, and private options can help pay for post-secondary...

Real Estate

Condo maintenance fees: How much is too much?

Learn what condo fees pay for, why they rise over time, and how to assess a building's financial health...

Spend

What is money actually for?

Columnist Vickram Agarwal spent more money than he ever thought he would on two Oasis concerts. The spreadsheet hated...