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Should I hold my house in a trust?

Silvana is wondering if a trust for her home could save taxes or help with estate planning. Here’s what...

Should I hold my house in a trust?
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Retired Money

Unlocking the Annuity Puzzle: Why Canadians avoid what seems to be the perfect retirement vehicle

Annuities promise guaranteed lifetime income—so why do Canadians avoid them? We unpack the “annuity puzzle” and when they may...

Unlocking the Annuity Puzzle: Why Canadians avoid what seems to be the perfect retirement vehicle
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MoneyFlex

Financial reality check: 5 money rules Gen Z should retire

Outdated money rules don’t work for Gen Z in 2025. A Canadian expert explains which financial advice to retire—and...

Financial reality check: 5 money rules Gen Z should retire

ETFs

Is Wealthsimple’s new Physical Gold Trading worth it?

A closer look at the fintech’s new physical gold trading feature, including how it works, the costs involved, and...

Is Wealthsimple’s new Physical Gold Trading worth it?

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Jacks on Tax

Late filers: Get your back taxes sorted before year-end

Completing and filing your missed returns now can save you a bundle (and possibly even jail time) later.

Late filers: Get your back taxes sorted before year-end
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What are the tax implications of a donation?

Learn how charitable donations can reduce your taxes in Canada, which organizations qualify, and strategies for couples and investors...

What are the tax implications of a donation?
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Canadian Crypto Observer

Despite a 35% fall, bitcoin remains the top performing major asset over the past five years

Despite a recent 35% drop, Bitcoin remains the top-performing major asset over five years, outpacing stocks, gold, silver, and...

Despite a 35% fall, bitcoin remains the top performing major asset over the past five years
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How does a pension buyback work?

A DB pension plan member may have the opportunity to buy back pensionable service to increase their future pension....

How does a pension buyback work?

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Making the most of the pension tax credit

Under what circumstances can you obtain the greatest tax savings on this $2,000 credit?

Making the most of the pension tax credit

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