How to invest with spousal loans for Canadians—and how to pay it back
There is plenty of advice on setting up a spousal loan for income splitting, but it’s important to know...
Making sense of the markets this week: August 28
Canadian banks prepare for stormy weather. Is the Fed worth fighting? U.S. retail results. And a renewed dividend for...
Do you have to split your estate evenly between your children?
Courts in some provinces can vary the distribution of an estate and override a last will and testament. Here’s...
Is the family responsible to pay the mortgage for a loved one who has passed away?
When a home owner dies with money owing on the property, the type of ownership determines who is accountable...
How capital gains tax on property is divided in a divorce
When a couple separates, how does owning, transferring and dividing multiple properties affect capital gains?
Decorating with stuff you already own
Elias Blunden-Stone of The Room Editor shares the pitfalls of redecorating from scratch and the best ways to restore a...
Co-ownership: Are there any tax implications if you sell part of your house to a relative?
A finance expert addresses capital gains taxes, possible tax credits, and other factors related to co-ownership of a home.
Making sense of the markets this week: August 7
Do earnings matter in 2022? Will Canada follow the U.S. into a recession? Plus other fascinating market fodder.
Why now might be a good time to be a first-time home buyer in Alberta
Alberta is an attractive place to buy a first home. We look at what first-time buyers can expect in...