Financial Planning

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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
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Ask MoneySense

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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Ask a Planner

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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Save

How to deal with money and your finances when the economy is stressing you out

Interest rates and inflation—don’t forget an impending recession—can make finances stressful. But keeping a cool head is important. Here’s...

How to deal with money and your finances when the economy is stressing you out

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ETFs

How many ETFs can Canadian investors own?

How many ETFs can Canadian investors own?
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FHSA

How first-time home buyers can use an FHSA to save for a down payment

How first-time home buyers can use an FHSA to save for a down payment
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Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: September 10, 2023

BoC holds rates at 5%, Couche-Tard has a mixed quarter, China battles deflation and Danish pharma company grows by...

Making sense of the markets this week: September 10, 2023
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Renovations

Multigenerational Home Renovation Tax Credit: What is it and do you qualify?

New for the 2023 tax year, you might be able to claim the Multigenerational Home Renovation Tax Credit for...

Multigenerational Home Renovation Tax Credit: What is it and do you qualify?

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Mortgages

Mortgage getting more expensive? Here’s how not to lose your home

Many Canadians are facing a jump in mortgage payments right now or at renewal. We spoke to experts about...

Mortgage getting more expensive? Here’s how not to lose your home

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