My MoneySense

Allan Small on his glass-half-full view of the markets and managing risk

MoneySense columnist and senior investment advisor shares wins, losses, lessons and takeaways about investing.

Mortgages

Contribute to RRSP or pay off mortgage?

Does it make sense to put some extra cash into an RRSP or use it to help pay off...

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FHSA withdrawal rules and rental property advice for a first-time home buyer

Renting out part of your new home may help cover some costs. But would it still be considered a...

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Should you use home equity to buy a house for your kids?

Some parents want to help their kids move out by borrowing against their home. Here’s how interest rates and...

loans

Can debt consolidation help with Canadian student loans?

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How to build a credit history while renting in Canada

Tenants are paying a lot in rent every month. Here’s how you can use your rent payments to build...

Renting

Are rent loans the answer to rising rent costs in Canada?

With the average rent in Canada rising more than 9% this year, does it make sense to take out...

Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: September 24, 2023

Inflation ticks up in August, the U.S. Fed decides not to raise rates, IPOs make a comeback, what the UAW...

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Who should Canadians consult for debt advice?

With debt servicing costs up significantly over the past year, many Canadians are struggling and need help. Who can...