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Selling your house? Here’s where to invest the proceeds

What to do with the proceeds of a house sale, RRSPs and TFSAs? Invest. Here's how robo-advisors might work.

Selling your house? Here’s where to invest the proceeds
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What are the tax consequences of real estate joint ownership when one owner dies?

It can get complicated, especially if the surviving owner resides overseas—where that country's tax laws may apply as well.

What are the tax consequences of real estate joint ownership when one owner dies?
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Are single seniors unfairly penalized at tax time?

Karen wonders if her latest tax bill is too high, and whether there's a way to avoid the social...

Are single seniors unfairly penalized at tax time?
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How is a RRIF taxed in the hands of a beneficiary?

The consequences of taxes and beneficiary designations on registered accounts like RRIFs can be confusing—and sometimes this confusion results...

How is a RRIF taxed in the hands of a beneficiary?

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Reality-testing your financial plan

John's advisor seems impressive, but he's left out an important consideration: What kind of lifestyle does his client want...

Reality-testing your financial plan
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What to do with an extra $70,000 to fund retirement

My 79-year-old mother has received a monetary gift. What’s the best way for her to use it to supplement...

What to do with an extra $70,000 to fund retirement
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“Canadians need trusted financial information now more than ever”

Financial Planning Association of Canada partners with MoneySense to offer professionally vetted, timely personal finance content to the broadest...

“Canadians need trusted financial information now more than ever”
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How can a Hyundai owner prove maintenance was performed on schedule?

Without records of his DIY oil changes, NJ worries he may not qualify for a significant recall. What's his...

How can a Hyundai owner prove maintenance was performed on schedule?

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Is probate an inevitable cost for a surviving spouse?

Sandra and her husband have lived in their principal residence for 40 years, but his is the only name...

Is probate an inevitable cost for a surviving spouse?

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