Education can be a taxing experience
Ottawa torques the tax system to encourage Canadians to pursue higher education. Here’s how to take advantage.
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Deep thoughts on diversification
Just shy of two years ago—in October 2011—I wrote a post that laid out the year-to-date returns for the...
Deep Thoughts on Diversification
Just shy of two years ago—in October 2011—I wrote a post that laid out the year-to-date returns for the...
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Why bonds are always a good idea
Stocks will always offer greater returns than bonds, but a portfolio made up 100% equities is fraught with more...
Rising rates haunt bond investors
Interest rates are near historic lows and seem bound to rise. Bond investors should heed duration, or sensitivity to...
Brew your own low-cost custom index
ETFs are touted for low costs. But you can save more by mimicking some ETFs and buying their stocks...
Tax profit as income or capital gains?
Your home can be an effective tax shelter, but if you use the wrong strategy, your plan can backfire.
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Couch Potatoes can have a conscience
Index funds include companies that some investors can’t stomach. Here's how to avoid that.