Financial Planning

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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...

Who should Canadians consult for debt advice?
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FHSA

Can a first-time home buyer have a mortgage co-signer?

Can a first-time home buyer have a mortgage co-signer?
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Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: September 17, 2023

U.S. inflation battle continues, Oracle lets down expectations, Dollarama mightier than Roots, and Equitable Bank reigns supreme.

Making sense of the markets this week: September 17, 2023
Daughter writes in asking about how to avoid probate in Canada for her mother's estate

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How to avoid probate fees in Canada  

Avoiding probate fees in Canada involves implementing strategies such as using beneficiary designations, joint ownership, and establishing trusts to...

How to avoid probate fees in Canada  

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RESPs

What can an RESP be used for?

What can an RESP be used for?
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Credit Cards

The best student credit cards in Canada for 2023

As a student, it’s good to build a credit history while earning rewards for groceries, flights, movies and more....

The best student credit cards in Canada for 2023
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Debt

How much debt is normal in Canada? We break it down by age

Do Canadians really owe $1.84 for every $1 they earn? For some, yes. And for others, even more. Where...

How much debt is normal in Canada? We break it down by age
A couple discussing their plan for retirement and pension withdrawals

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Making a plan: How to withdraw money from a retirement account

Canadians have quite a few options for retirement savings. But before you look at when to retire and start...

Making a plan: How to withdraw money from a retirement account

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What to know about withholding tax in retirement

Most retirees have taxes owing at the end of the year. Should you adjust the withholding tax on your...

What to know about withholding tax in retirement

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