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30-year amortizations won’t cause an economic meltdown

The Conservatives’ pre-election promise to increase the amortization period for first-time home buyers has caught fire—for the wrong reasons.

30-year amortizations won’t cause an economic meltdown

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Should James take a lump-sum pension buyout and invest the money himself?

Upon closer consideration, many people find that keeping their guaranteed pension payments leaves them better off.

Should James take a lump-sum pension buyout and invest the money himself?
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What is an EPSP, and how does it affect employees at tax time?

Corporations can choose to share a portion of profits with their employees by setting up a trust, called an...

What is an EPSP, and how does it affect employees at tax time?

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What investors need to know about changes to TD e-series Funds

TD e-Series Funds have been staples for passive index-fund investors and Canadian Couch Potato enthusiasts for two decades. Here's...

What investors need to know about changes to TD e-series Funds

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How to avoid tax-payment nightmares when RRIF withdrawals start

The solution to minimizing any tax shocks? Mimic the "taxed at source" treatment most employees experience. Here's how.

How to avoid tax-payment nightmares when RRIF withdrawals start

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How to upgrade your career

Want to learn new skills but can’t afford tuition? There’s a government grant for that.

How to upgrade your career

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“Am I on track?” Krista, a 34-year-old Montrealer, saves $20,000 a year

Longevity runs in Krista’s family—so, although retirement is 30 years away, she worries about outliving her money. How much...

“Am I on track?” Krista, a 34-year-old Montrealer, saves $20,000 a year

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Meeting with a financial planner for the first time? Here’s how to prepare

Talking with your partner about your financial future is an important first step; you need to be able to...

Meeting with a financial planner for the first time? Here’s how to prepare

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“Will selling my house help me retire sooner—and more securely?”

Karen divorced at 55 and worries about carrying mortgage debt when she retires. At the same time, she thinks...

“Will selling my house help me retire sooner—and more securely?”

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