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“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...

“Why is my own insurance company suing me?”

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“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.

“Should I loan investments or money to my spouse?”

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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...

Should you use TFSAs and savings to pay off your mortgage?
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Maintaining your asset allocation while you draw down funds from a RRIF

If you plan on managing your own investments in retirement, here’s a simple way to rebalance your portfolio.

Maintaining your asset allocation while you draw down funds from a RRIF

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Should you opt in to a group RRSP?

If your employer offers a matching contribution, you get an automatic return on investment that would be tough to...

Should you opt in to a group RRSP?

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Could retiring at 61 significantly reduce your CPP benefit?

Ellen has contributed to the Canada Pension Plan for most of her life. She’d like to retire early, but...

Could retiring at 61 significantly reduce your CPP benefit?

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Do teenagers need to file a tax return if they work part-time?

Like many milestones, this one can be used as a “teachable moment” for kids and parents.

Do teenagers need to file a tax return if they work part-time?

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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...

Are GICs right for retirees who want fixed income?

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Should partners combine their finances before marriage?

Mathew wants to help his girlfriend kickstart an investing plan. Is gifting money for her TFSA a good idea?

Should partners combine their finances before marriage?

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