Can active management pay for itself in fixed-income funds?
While using low-cost bond ETFs for the fixed-income portion of a portfolio seems like the right approach, some say...
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The best mutual fund companies you’ve never heard of
A handful of independent investment firms offer well-regarded actively managed mutual funds, at a fraction of the cost of...
Mutual fund fees and the future of investment advice
Deferred sales charges (DSCs) have been banned in every province and territory, except Ontario. Some argue the fees help...
Good news: Your RRSP is probably in better shape than you think
In his new book, MoneySense contributor David Aston says a “basic” retirement at age 65 can be achieved with...
Can you have too much invested inside an RRSP?
If both members of a couple die with a huge combined RRIF, their heirs may share half the estate...
How long will your retirement nest egg last?
Studies show that for every retiree who is spending too little, there is another one who is spending too...
How to avoid tax-payment nightmares when RRIF withdrawals start
The solution to minimizing any tax shocks? Mimic the "taxed at source" treatment most employees experience. Here's how.
The pros and cons of dividend investing
Sure, dividend income can be valuable at certain stages of life. Just don't romanticize it—or make it your everything.
Are GICs right for retirees who want fixed income?
Skittish investors like GICs' guarantee of their principal, but it’s important to look at the total return on your...