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How to choose the right insurance

Tara isn’t sure if mortgage, life or disability insurance is the right way to go for her and her...

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How life insurance can shave your capital gains tax

Upon retirement, it's no use for income replacement, but there are other benefits

How life insurance can shave your capital gains tax
Does a 21-year-old need life insurance?

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Does a 21-year-old need life insurance?

By taking it now, you can lock in a lower premium rate for life

Does a 21-year-old need life insurance?
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Cut tax while cashing in a whole life policy

Whole life insurance policies can be tricky but there are ways to withdraw money tax efficiently

Cut tax while cashing in a whole life policy

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Term life insurance vs. universal life

If you have both, here are the pros and cons of cancelling each

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How to save on disability insurance

There are many variables that determine what you’ll pay for disability insurance. Know what they are to get the...

How to save on disability insurance

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Phoenix pay system shows need for emergency fund

Less than half of Canadians have more than $10K saved for a rainy day

Phoenix pay system shows need for emergency fund

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Finding your financial footing

After the death of her spouse and having left her job due to her health, Georgia is left wondering—what's...

Finding your financial footing

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Insurance you need and don’t need

Ignorance is not bliss when it comes to your finances and in particular when it comes to insurance. Here’s...

Insurance you need and don’t need

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