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News

RBC’s takeover of HSBC: What will happen to HSBC Canada customers?

HSBC Canada bank accounts, credit cards, mortgages and investments are moving to RBC. What steps should HSBC customers take...

RBC’s takeover of HSBC: What will happen to HSBC Canada customers?
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Stocks

The life and times of an original “bankster”

Few people today know of Arthur Cutten, but in the Roaring ’20s, this Canadian stock speculator could move markets....

The life and times of an original “bankster”

ETFs

What are ETFs?

Exchange-traded funds, or ETFs, can contain hundreds or thousands of stocks, making it easy to diversify your investment portfolio....

What are ETFs?
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Life Insurance

Divorce and life insurance: How to make sure your family stays protected

If you’re going through a divorce, you have many financial decisions to make, including how to update your life...

Divorce and life insurance: How to make sure your family stays protected
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Estate Planning

Three reasons to have a will and estate plan

Creating a will and estate plan may not be the most romantic gesture, but it’s an essential demonstration of...

Three reasons to have a will and estate plan
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Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: February 4, 2024

Facebook reports a massive earnings day, the stocks with solid quarters, the U.S. Fed stands pat and why Canadian...

Making sense of the markets this week: February 4, 2024
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Careers

Grant money for school: How to get the funds to develop your skills—and advance your career

From government grants to corporate scholarships, Canada offers plenty of financial support to motivated learners who know where to...

Grant money for school: How to get the funds to develop your skills—and advance your career

TFSAs

TFSA vs RRSP: How to decide between the two

Consider these five factors before deciding whether to contribute to a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) or a tax-free...

TFSA vs RRSP: How to decide between the two
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Ask a Planner

Should retirees consider a home equity sharing agreement (HESA)?

Home owners have a new way to tap their home equity. How does the HESA compare to a reverse...

Should retirees consider a home equity sharing agreement (HESA)?