A parents’ guide to home down payment gifts and loans
Many parents loan or gift money to their adult children for real estate purchases. Here are the legal and...
Estate Planning
Is now the time for retirees to sell stocks and buy GICs?
Many people near or in retirement are worried about stock market volatility. Does it ever make sense to put...
Yes, a cottage is an investment property—here’s how to minimize capital gains tax
Should you “invest” in a cottage? And if you do, what happens when you sell it, give it away...
Why these authors want you to spend your money and die with $0 saved
According to the book Die with Zero, we should all run out of money just as we run out...
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Selling a cottage to a family member: What that means for capital gains
If the property was bought before 1994, there may already have a $100,000 capital gains deduction.
When and how to transfer an RESP for grandchildren
Grandparents, relatives and even family friends can open an RESP account. What should they consider from an estate planning...
Can you help your kids financially without compromising your retirement?
A Certified Financial Planner explains what to think about before helping your kids with a gift or loan.
Single, no pension? Here’s how to plan for retirement in Canada
There are financial and logistical challenges to being single in retirement. Here are some tips to tackle them, especially...
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Cross-border estate planning: What should Canadian parents with U.S. beneficiaries do?
The transfer of Canadian estates to U.S. beneficiaries comes with various legal, tax and financial implications. Learn about the...