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What to do with a monetary advance on your inheritance

Maureen’s husband wants to put a $200,000 gift from her parents toward their mortgage, but she isn’t convinced.

What to do with a monetary advance on your inheritance

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Beyond financial planning: How to achieve the lifestyle you want

Newly mortgage-free, Mara is looking to invest $26,000 annually. But does that mean putting off life goals she could...

Beyond financial planning: How to achieve the lifestyle you want

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The fine art of rebalancing your portfolio

Rebalancing shouldn't be expected to boost returns, and even occasionally lowers them. But you should still do it—just not...

The fine art of rebalancing your portfolio

Selling

How pets can reduce the value of your home

Expect a huge cleaning bill or a lower sale price

How pets can reduce the value of your home

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Retired Money

A new kind of annuity designed to help Canadian retirees live well, for longer

Afraid of outliving your retirement savings? The latest federal budget may (or may not) have an answer for you

A new kind of annuity designed to help Canadian retirees live well, for longer

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Can Canadian seniors collect government benefits while still working?

Rose is transitioning to semi-retirement at 65, and wonders about the tax and clawback implications of receiving CPP and...

Can Canadian seniors collect government benefits while still working?

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Real estate has treated this investor well—but it’s time to diversify

Is going all-in on income-producing REITs the right long-term strategy, even for someone who’s highly risk-tolerant?

Real estate has treated this investor well—but it’s time to diversify

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What’s the best TFSA investing strategy for a young professional?

Semina paid off $32,000 in student debt and now wants to grow savings for her future, but isn’t sure...

What’s the best TFSA investing strategy for a young professional?

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Travel

9 ways to save on your next road trip

Where you stay, the vehicle you drive, when you gas up and even which roads you choose can shave...

9 ways to save on your next road trip

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