Why are vets so expensive?
The costs of keeping the family pet healthy have outpaced inflation in Canada. We look at why it’s happening...
Capital gains tax when renting out your former principal residence
There may be tax implications to renting out your home after moving out of it. There are also some...
Using a HELOC as an investment strategy: not as taboo as you might think
Would leveraging the equity in a home to invest in dividend-paying investments lead to tax repercussions?
Mortgage payment calculator
Use a mortgage payment calculator to understand what a mortgage will cost you in real terms.
Using whole life insurance for tax-free income in retirement
Borrowing against a policy’s cash value can provide tax-free income. But there are still costs involved and other factors...
How the $10-a-day child care program can affect your taxes
The new subsidized child-care spaces are indeed a bargain, but they come with reduced tax benefits. Here’s how to...
What is the Canada Child Benefit (CCB)?
Does your family qualify for the Canada Child Benefit? Which parent should apply? Find out how the CCB works.
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.
Tax deductible expenses when selling a cottage in Canada
Minimize capital gains taxes on the sale of a cottage in Canada by making smart reno choices.