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What tenants need to know about buying out their rental

Douglas is considering buying the property he rents from his landlord. There are considerations and opportunities for everyone involved.

What tenants need to know about buying out their rental
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When does it make sense to sell real estate in a larger city and buy in a smaller one?

If Alison’s annual rent exceeds 5% of the cost to buy a comparable home, she may be in a...

When does it make sense to sell real estate in a larger city and buy in a smaller one?
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Making sense of the markets this week: May 31, 2021

Canadian banks surpass earnings expectations—but not everyone is happy. Plus: a possible solution for bitcoin energy use; why gold...

Making sense of the markets this week: May 31, 2021
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Estate planning changes in Ontario

Virtual signing and remote witnessing are now permanent options for clients and lawyers creating wills and powers of attorney...

Estate planning changes in Ontario
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Should investors even bother with bonds anymore?

Bonds brought investors a paltry 0.4% and 0.72% in the last two quarters of 2020, respectively, before registering negative...

Should investors even bother with bonds anymore?
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IVF and adoption costs in Canada

Having kids can be expensive for every family—but for Canadians with fertility issues, there are added financial and non-financial...

IVF and adoption costs in Canada
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Making sense of the markets this week: May 17, 2021

Tech stocks are struggling while commodities soar; Elon Musk changes his mind about bitcoin; plus, the relationship between bond...

Making sense of the markets this week: May 17, 2021
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Selling your house? Here’s where to invest the proceeds

What to do with the proceeds of a house sale, RRSPs and TFSAs? Invest. Here's how robo-advisors might work.

Selling your house? Here’s where to invest the proceeds
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How to stop debt or pension payments after someone has died

Jarnail’s son passed away recently, yet his student loan payments continue to be withdrawn. What should his next steps...

How to stop debt or pension payments after someone has died