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“Should we refinance our mortgage?”

Rates are significantly lower than the one Jill and Bob have locked into until 2024. Would they save money...

“Should we refinance our mortgage?”

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How does CPP credit splitting work if I’m divorced?

A Certified Financial Planner helps a reader understand how pension splitting between divorced spouses works.

How does CPP credit splitting work if I’m divorced?

Real Estate

Should you pay off your mortgage early?

There are some serious advantages to paying off your largest debt early. But to make the best choice, first...

Should you pay off your mortgage early?

Mortgages

What’s the best mortgage for first-time home buyers?

The president of CanWise Financial explains what to keep in mind when shopping for your first mortgage.

What’s the best mortgage for first-time home buyers?

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What’s involved with an owner withdrawal of cash from a corporation

Linda is approaching retirement with cash in her corporation. She wonders how to withdraw it before or after retirement.

What’s involved with an owner withdrawal of cash from a corporation

Buying

Top 10 mistakes first-time home buyers make

Are you house hunting with kids in tow? Do you fall in love with staging furniture? Here's what to...

Top 10 mistakes first-time home buyers make
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Replacements, failures and the recurring problems for the turbocharger wastegate on Volkswagen cars

Are there many complaints about the turbocharger wastegate? Find out, and learn about what that means for the cost...

Replacements, failures and the recurring problems for the turbocharger wastegate on Volkswagen cars
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Retirement

Has the pandemic ended the dream of retiring abroad?

Still want to retire abroad? The pandemic has made its impact on retirement plans, but some say it can...

Has the pandemic ended the dream of retiring abroad?

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Do RRIF beneficiaries pay tax?

Is it possible to avoid tax as a RRIF beneficiary? Find out if timing could be an issue, as...

Do RRIF beneficiaries pay tax?

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