Selling a cottage to a family member: What that means for capital gains
If the property was bought before 1994, there may already have a $100,000 capital gains deduction.
“We’re set for life. Should we cash out an RRSP?”
The cost/benefit analysis of liquidating an RRSP can get complex fast. What matters more are your priorities.
Single, no pension? Here’s how to plan for retirement in Canada
There are financial and logistical challenges to being single in retirement. Here are some tips to tackle them, especially...
Goodbye, Canada: A guide to departure tax, withholding tax for non-residents
Some Canadian residents plan to retire abroad, while others are only here temporarily for work. No matter the reason,...
How to prepare for future changes in tax policy—including capital gains tax
What do changes to capital gains in Canada teach us about tax planning generally? And how should we approach...
Kenneth Doll, fee-only, advice-only financial planner
Kenneth Doll is a Certified Financial Planner, speaker and educator based in Calgary. Learn about his approach to financial...
Making sense of the markets this week: June 9, 2024
Bank of Canada cuts the key interest rate, Lululemon has a good quarter, Nvidia’s rapid climb continues, Saudi oil...
Can you delay a RRIF withdrawal?
Let’s set the facts straight about RRSP/RRIF conversion, withdrawal amounts, claw backs and withholding taxes.
RRSP to RRIF, and LIRA to LIF: How it all gets done
What’s it like to convert a LIRA to an annuity? Follow along as this financial journalist does it for...