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How to find a lost life insurance policy

A death in the family is always stressful, but money can make it more so. Here’s expert advice for...

How to find a lost life insurance policy
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Do you pay capital gains tax when separating or divorcing?

Concerned about the potential capital gains tax implications of a principal residence after a relationship breakdown?

Do you pay capital gains tax when separating or divorcing?
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What’s involved with an owner withdrawal of cash from a corporation

Linda is approaching retirement with cash in her corporation. She wonders how to withdraw it before or after retirement.

What’s involved with an owner withdrawal of cash from a corporation
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Do RRIF beneficiaries pay tax?

Is it possible to avoid tax as a RRIF beneficiary? Find out if timing could be an issue, as...

Do RRIF beneficiaries pay tax?

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Affordability tips for first-time home buyers to securing a mortgage

Affordability tips for first-time home buyers to securing a mortgage
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Joint tenancy vs tenancy in common in Canada: Changing ownership of assets for married and common-law partners

The tax implications of changing land owned jointly as tenants in common to joint tenancy with right of survivorship...

Joint tenancy vs tenancy in common in Canada: Changing ownership of assets for married and common-law partners
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How to figure out your investment fees

John is unclear about what he’s paying his advisor, and cannot seem to get a straight answer.

How to figure out your investment fees
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How to avoid OAS clawbacks when you’ve had a temporary increase in income

A one-time bump in Sam’s income triggered an Old Age Security benefit clawback, and he wants to know if...

How to avoid OAS clawbacks when you’ve had a temporary increase in income

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Incorporated business owners: Should you pay yourself a salary?

If you own an incorporated business, you can pay yourself a salary—but sometimes it’s the wrong choice.

Incorporated business owners: Should you pay yourself a salary?

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