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Investing

Questrade vs Wealthsimple: Which online investing platform is right for you?

Deciding between Questrade and Wealthsimple? We dug into the differences between these seemingly similar online investing platforms to help...

Questrade vs Wealthsimple: Which online investing platform is right for you?
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Investing

Wealthsimple review 2023

This Toronto-based fintech continues to attract Canadian investors with its low-fee robo-advisor, discount brokerage and money management services.

Wealthsimple review 2023

Save

Paying yourself first

Want to see your savings grow faster? Make deposits automatic so you can’t spend away spare cash. Here’s how,...

Paying yourself first
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Real Estate

The Canadian mortgage stress test, explained

Most home buyers in Canada will encounter the stress test when applying for a mortgage. Here’s how it works...

The Canadian mortgage stress test, explained
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Real Estate

Read this before applying for the First-Time Home Buyer Incentive

The FTHBI promises to help make real estate more affordable, but there’s a catch: It’s a loan you have...

Read this before applying for the First-Time Home Buyer Incentive
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Crypto

What you should know about cryptocurrency tax in Canada

What you should know about cryptocurrency tax in Canada
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Debt

Will credit card debt affect my mortgage application?

Will credit card debt affect my mortgage application?
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Taxes

What can you claim on your income taxes: 7 deductions not to miss

As a Canadian, you have the opportunity to make tax claims on your return. We’re covering the less commonly...

What can you claim on your income taxes: 7 deductions not to miss
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Real Estate

Home-financing tips for 5 types of buyers

Buying a home can be extra tricky if you’re single, self-employed, a first-time buyer, a soon-to-be parent or a...

Home-financing tips for 5 types of buyers