What it’s like to be a first-time home buyer in Ontario—for real
Getting your foot on the property ladder in Ontario is not easy thanks to soaring real estate prices. But...
How do quarterly income tax installments work?
Explore how tax installments work, how to best plan to paying them on time, and what happens if you...
Making sense of the markets this week: April 17
How Canada’s new budget will affect your first housing down payment and the value of our banks. Plus, context...
Should you withdraw from an RRSP to pay bills?
Taking money from your RRSPs early to pay for debt has implications, including taxes, the loss of growth in...
What it’s like to transfer your account to lower-cost investing
Real investors share their experiences on transferring investing accounts from major banks and firms to DIY investing platforms.
Budget 2022: How it may affect Canadians’ finances and investments
The budget includes a new program for first-time home buyers, bank taxes, dental coverage and more. What does it...
Personal Income Tax Guide: The deadline for filing your 2021 return, tax brackets and more
Don’t miss the deadline to file your tax return! Our 2021 income tax guide for Canadians is here to...
What it’s like to work with a financial advisor
If you’ve never worked with a financial advisor before, here’s what to expect—starting with how to find an advisor...
How to save on capital gains tax when selling a rental property
A reader wonders if he should buy his parents’ rental property or wait to inherit it, based on the...