The piece of advice journalist Renée Sylvestre-Williams wished she had in her 20s and more
The personal finance writer is an open book on her money values, as she launches her own book, Money...
What happens when a buyer backs out of a real estate deal?
Signing a purchase agreement and then failing to close can have serious financial consequences—and courts don’t take it lightly....
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...
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?
Can a LIRA be transferred to an RRSP with no contribution room in Ontario?
Moving money from a LIRA or LIF to an RRSP or RRIF can have benefits. Here’s what to consider...
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.
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...