What is wealth insurance?
Charles wants to know if he should consider buying wealth insurance in order to maximize the after-tax value of...
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How to leave money to an adult child with no investing know-how
Dee wants to ensure that her son receives a regular monthly income, while protecting the lump sum of his...
What to do if short-term renters trash your home
Even when they follow your rules, Airbnb guests may cause damage to your most expensive asset. But the right...
Gifting real estate to your adult children
Consider the impact of potential capital gains tax, what might happen to the property if your child gets divorced...
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Getting a head start on their golden years
Tim is 47, and his wife is 46. They’re aggressively paying off their mortgage and will have defined benefit...
What does fire insurance on a vehicle actually cover?
How your auto policy covers you in the event of a fire depends on what started it.
“Why is my own insurance company suing me?”
Tim was involved in a car accident after having “a bit too much to drink.” If his insurer can...
“Should I loan investments or money to my spouse?”
The idea is to split income, following Canada Revenue Agency guidelines, so the family pays less tax overall.
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Should you use TFSAs and savings to pay off your mortgage?
It’s important to consider whether your TFSAs are earning more than you’re paying in mortgage interest, as well as...