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What is a high-interest savings account in Canada?

Dubbed by bankers and those in the financial industry as a HISA, a high-interest savings account isn’t what it...

What is a high-interest savings account in Canada?
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Can you maximize your RRSP and TFSA with an income of $0?

With a year of no income, find out if it makes sense to max out registered accounts like an...

Can you maximize your RRSP and TFSA with an income of $0?
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Who to name as executor when family members aren’t an option

It’s not always possible or beneficial to name a family member or close friend as executor in your will....

Who to name as executor when family members aren’t an option

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What is a LIRA?

A locked-in retirement account (LIRA) is a type of investment plan in Canada. Find out how LIRAs work and...

What is a LIRA?

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What is life insurance?

You don’t legally have to buy life insurance in Canada, but here’s how it works and why Canadians should...

What is life insurance?

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What is an IPO?

IPO stands for initial public offering. How do IPOs work? Should you invest in one? Learn more at the...

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What is interest?

Interest is the cost you pay for borrowing money—and it’s the money you earn from certain investments. Learn how...

What is interest?

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What are index funds?

Index funds allow Canadians to invest in hundreds of assets at once. Learn how index funds work at ...

What are index funds?

What is a hedge fund?

Hedge funds are only available to certain investors. Learn how hedge funds work, who can invest in hedge funds,...

What is a hedge fund?