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Can you save on taxes by owning an investment account with your child?

Jointly owning an asset with a child comes with tax and estate implications. Here’s why it may not be...

Can you save on taxes by owning an investment account with your child?

Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: February 11, 2024

Disney and Eli Lilly make big moves, PayPal and McDonald’s fall behind, Bell cuts a way to profitability, and...

Making sense of the markets this week: February 11, 2024
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How to calculate the adjusted cost base of inherited property

What happens if you inherit a property and have no record of its value at that time? How can...

How to calculate the adjusted cost base of inherited property
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Making sense of the markets this week: February 4, 2024

Facebook reports a massive earnings day, the stocks with solid quarters, the U.S. Fed stands pat and why Canadian...

Making sense of the markets this week: February 4, 2024

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TFSA vs RRSP: How to decide between the two

Consider these five factors before deciding whether to contribute to a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) or a tax-free...

TFSA vs RRSP: How to decide between the two
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Should retirees consider a home equity sharing agreement (HESA)?

Home owners have a new way to tap their home equity. How does the HESA compare to a reverse...

Should retirees consider a home equity sharing agreement (HESA)?
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Making sense of the markets this week: January 28, 2024

Tesla slides, Netflix wrestles competitors into submission, CN predicts 10% growth, BoC stands pat.

Making sense of the markets this week: January 28, 2024
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Retired Money

Are GICs a no-brainer for retirees?

GICs were embraced by many Canadian investors last year, whether conservative or not. With rates expected to fall again...

Are GICs a no-brainer for retirees?

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Should Canadians keep their investment accounts when retiring abroad?

For Canadians who plan to retire to other countries, here’s a primer on the tax implications of leaving accounts...

Should Canadians keep their investment accounts when retiring abroad?

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