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How much does life insurance cost in Canada?

We look at the prices for whole and term life insurance, and the factors that go into determining how...

How much does life insurance cost in Canada?
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Is life insurance taxable in Canada?

We list what to do to make sure you're not leaving your loved ones in a tax bind. Find...

Is life insurance taxable in Canada?

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How much do Canadians spend on skincare? Let’s find out

Share your skincare secrets. Tell us your splurges, tell us your steals. Tell us how much money you spend...

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Life insurance vs. mortgage insurance: Let’s break it down

Usually it’s a choice between term life insurance and whole life insurance. But where does mortgage insurance come into...

Life insurance vs. mortgage insurance: Let’s break it down

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Term vs. whole life insurance: Which type of policy is best?

Before you sign on the dotted line, here’s what you need to know when choosing between whole and term...

Term vs. whole life insurance: Which type of policy is best?
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How much life insurance do I need?

Here’s how to figure out how much life insurance you need to ensure your family will be financially secure...

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What happens at the end of a reverse mortgage?

Myth: seniors who sign reverse mortgage contracts will lose possession of their homes. In fact, there are three common...

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Explainer: How do payday loans work? 

Are payday lenders filling a need, or are they preying on Canadians who aren't able to borrow money from...

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Tax implications of building a laneway suite

Any time a homeowner becomes a landlord, there may be GST/HST and income tax owing—and the amounts can be...

Tax implications of building a laneway suite

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