Couple looking at their cottage, wondering what the impact of the capital gain changes from Budget 2024

Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: April 21, 2024

Capital gains tax inclusion rate will increase (for some), Netflix chills, U.S. bank earnings solid, and will the loonie...

Making sense of the markets this week: April 21, 2024
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How annuities work in Canada
A woman receives financial advice from a friend

News

Don’t get stuck on financial advice that doesn’t ring true

Financial experts debunk old money myths and offer advice that many Canadians might find more helpful today.

Don’t get stuck on financial advice that doesn’t ring true

Ask a Planner

What to do if you overcontributed to your RRSP

If you’ve accidentally overcontributed to your RRSP, you may pay a tax penalty. Here are your options for promptly...

What to do if you overcontributed to your RRSP
Canadian working part-time in retirement wondering if he can collect employment insurance EI

Columns

How to qualify for EI benefits in retirement in Canada

Just because you paid loads into a program doesn't mean you'll get EI benefits when you retire

How to qualify for EI benefits in retirement in Canada
A woman is looking at her notice of assessment to determine her RRSP contribution room.

RRSPs

How do the RRSP contribution carry-forward rules work?

How do the RRSP contribution carry-forward rules work?
A retired couple cheers to having found a way to fund their retirement

Ask a Planner

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)?

Earn

25 timeless personal finance tips from MoneySense

For 25 years, MoneySense has helped Canadians make better financial decisions. Here’s a sampling of our work: a roundup...

25 timeless personal finance tips from MoneySense
A retired couple look at a map while traveling across Europe

Ask a Planner

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?