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Can you maximize your RRSP and TFSA with an income of $0?

With a year of no income, find out if it makes sense to max out registered accounts like an...

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Who to name as executor when family members aren’t an option

It’s not always possible or beneficial to name a family member or close friend as executor in your will....

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Making sense of the markets this week: February 19, 2023

Pipelines transport dividends without any leaks, Shopify’s earnings are a half-full glass, tech stocks are on the move, and...

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Emotional investing: How to make better decisions with your money

The advice “take the emotions out of investing” is impossible to follow. Read about why and what you can...

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Are spousal and child support payments taxable?

Spousal and child support payments are taxed differently. And lump-sum payments may come with their own tax implications.

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What is the CPP Survivor’s Pension? How can Canadians claim this benefit?

When a spouse loses their partner, benefits are available to them through the government, such as the CPP Survivor’s...

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Making sense of the markets this week: February 12, 2023

Big Canadian telco reports, reinstated Disney dividend, the misleading math of regaining losses and active management at CPPIB.

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How GIC returns are taxed in Canada

GIC interest rates are incredibly high—should you invest? Find out how GICs work and how GIC interest is taxed...