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Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: April 7, 2024

History repeats (or rhymes) itself in latest market upswing, FHSA celebrates its first birthday, investors getting rich from stocks,...

Making sense of the markets this week: April 7, 2024

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Should you buy life insurance to pay for tax owed upon death?

When you die, capital gains tax might apply to some of your assets. Can life insurance help shelter your...

Should you buy life insurance to pay for tax owed upon death?
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What new bare trust tax filing rules mean for Canadians

Do Canadians have to file a trust tax return this year? What is a bare trust? What are the...

What new bare trust tax filing rules mean for Canadians
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Renovations

How much are solar panels in Canada?

Many eco-minded home owners want to harness the power of the sun. We’ll help you weigh the costs and...

How much are solar panels in Canada?
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News

Don’t get stuck on financial advice that doesn’t ring true

Financial experts debunk old money myths and offer advice that many Canadians might find more helpful today.

Don’t get stuck on financial advice that doesn’t ring true
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Should you claim your common-law partner on your taxes?

Changing your status to common-law has an impact on your tax return and government benefits. Here’s how to know...

Should you claim your common-law partner on your taxes?
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Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: March 24, 2024

Inflation falls, Fedex jumps 13%, earnings soften for Power Corp and Couche-Tard, and S&P 500 gets two new members.

Making sense of the markets this week: March 24, 2024
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Retired Money

How to cope with the RRSP-to-RRIF deadline in your early 70s

You don’t want to miss the conversion deadline at the end of the year you turn 71—you’ll be on...

How to cope with the RRSP-to-RRIF deadline in your early 70s
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Real Estate

How much you need to earn to afford a home in Toronto and the GTA

How much you need to earn to afford a home in Toronto and the GTA