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My three kids chose different educational paths. How do I withdraw RESP funds in a way that’s fair to them and avoids unnecessary taxes?

A Certified Financial Planner explains how RESP withdrawals and taxation can work for each of your children, regardless of...

My three kids chose different educational paths. How do I withdraw RESP funds in a way that’s fair to them and avoids unnecessary taxes?
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How do I teach my kid to save an allowance?

Kids learn their money habits, in large part, from their parents. Here’s how I’m helping my daughter learn to...

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What to do when you have insufficient or unused RESP funds

RESPs often fall short of funding a child’s full education, but sometimes an account holder ends up with unused...

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