Renovations

How to renovate your home on a fixed income

Spending thousands of dollars on upgrades to your living space can be daunting for seniors. Here are some financing...

Mortgages

Making sense of the Bank of Canada interest rate decision on October 23, 2024

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Bank of Canada delivers half percentage point rate cut

The central bank lowers its key interest rate to 3.75% and says it now must keep inflation at 2%....

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From Pokemon cards to music royalties: Do alternative investments work?

Alternative investments may bring to mind hedge funds or real estate. But niche collectibles are increasingly a part of...

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How to plan for taxes in retirement in Canada

In retirement, some income is not subject to withholding tax, and you may potentially owe tax after filing each...

Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: October 20, 2024

U.S. banks post solid earnings, Walgreens cuts costs, United Airlines is flying high, Netflix still dominates streaming, and Canada’s...

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Year-end tax and financial planning considerations

Some strategies are time-sensitive, while others can help you start the new year on the right foot.

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25 personal finance highlights from the last 25 years

From legislative changes to economic trends and consumer behaviours, here are 25 financial highlights that defined the last two...

Investing

What does high inflation mean for your retirement savings?

How high inflation affects investments, and what you can do to minimize the impact on your retirement savings.