Columns on investing, personal finance, retirement, real estate & more

Why has the iShares DEX Real Return Bond (XRB) dropped so dramatically this year? I thought this asset class...

Tips on how to avoid buying things you don't need.

The sale of an inherited property by siblings who are tenants-in-common doesn't mean you’re exempt from capital gains taxes.

Expect to be in debt after the age 65? Consider delaying your retirement if you can.

What are the long-term expected returns for stocks? That’s a fundamental question every investor needs to consider when deciding...

Here's a rundown of some daily and/or weekly podcasts I find useful.

Seven ways your home can save you money at tax time.

Responding to a recent article on mutual funds by Rob Carrick, a Globe and Mail reader rehashed a common...

Your home—and the mortgage you carry—is the single largest investment you will probably make. The good news is you...