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Financial Planning

Married with money: How to combine finances with your partner

Married with money: How to combine finances with your partner
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How to plan for retirement in five or 10 years

When deciding to retire in five or 10 years, there are a few things to consider, in addition to...

How to plan for retirement in five or 10 years
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Tools and habits to stay on track with your money goals

Goal tracking is an important part of proactive financial planning. Here are some tools and habits to try to...

Tools and habits to stay on track with your money goals

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Is an RRSP loan a good idea?

Depending on which tax bracket you’re in and whether you have other debt, you might be better off simply...

Is an RRSP loan a good idea?
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How to set financial goals that are realistic and achievable

Goal setting is an important financial strategy, but the key is to set goals that are realistic, relevant and...

How to set financial goals that are realistic and achievable
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“Why do I need a financial plan?”

“Why do I need a financial plan?”

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What is a capital loss?

When you sell an investment, you may experience a capital loss. Find out what this means and how you...

What is a capital loss?
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Do you have to split your estate evenly between your children?

Courts in some provinces can vary the distribution of an estate and override a last will and testament. Here’s...

Do you have to split your estate evenly between your children?
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How capital gains tax on property is divided in a divorce

When a couple separates, how does owning, transferring and dividing multiple properties affect capital gains?

How capital gains tax on property is divided in a divorce