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Should Kathy take monthly payments or the commuted value of her pension?

A lump sum could allow for some investment opportunities, but that option requires self-control to avoid overspending early in...

Should Kathy take monthly payments or the commuted value of her pension?

Real Estate

CMHC tightens mortgage rules in latest response to COVID-19

Changes designed “to protect future home buyers and reduce risk” will took effect July 1, 2020.

CMHC tightens mortgage rules in latest response to COVID-19

Investing

The markets are rallying against all odds. Why?

Other than a 22-day stock market decline in late February and early March where equities fell by 34%, stocks...

The markets are rallying against all odds. Why?

Budgeting

“I’m worried about being priced out of my apartment”

Now that the rental market is so hot, Sally's choice to rent has left her feeling trapped—and scared that...

“I’m worried about being priced out of my apartment”

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What an interest rate hike could mean for you

Mortgage rates have been falling since the 1980s—but that trend can’t continue forever.

What an interest rate hike could mean for you

Credit Cards

The debt mistakes you’re probably making

You'll want to tackle the highest-interest debt first, then your tax-deductible dues.

The debt mistakes you’re probably making

Columns

Is building an emergency fund more important than other financial goals?

Sami, 51 and single, wants to put extra mortgage payments and RRSP contributions on the back burner until her...

Is building an emergency fund more important than other financial goals?

Stocks

Is there a case for investing in retail right now?

With more than 40 million Americans and more than 3 million Canadians out of work, consumer spending will be...

Is there a case for investing in retail right now?

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Budgeting

Are the costs of owning a car worth it for students?

Getting from place to place can be a huge obstacle for college and university students. With a personal vehicle,...

Are the costs of owning a car worth it for students?

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