From Pokemon cards to music royalties: Do alternative investments work?
Alternative investments may bring to mind hedge funds or real estate. But niche collectibles are increasingly a part of...
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What is the price of gold in Canada? And more about gold investing
Investing in gold seems like a throwback, yet this precious metal is hitting new highs and attracting new investors....
Scared of selling? When holding on to stocks can hurt you financially
Sometimes, it’s not action, but inaction, that can hurt you financially. Here are examples of when selling may be...
Private equity, private debt and more alternative investments: Should you invest?
Why private investments in Canada are booming right now and what you should know about them.
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Are GICs a no-brainer for retirees?
GICs were embraced by many Canadian investors last year, whether conservative or not. With rates expected to fall again...
Target-date funds in Canada: Investing for the year you plan to retire
Looking for a way to simplify your retirement investment strategy? A lot of people in Canada are meeting that...
Reading the “Annual Returns of Key Asset Classes”—what it means for Canadian investors
Our Retired Money columnist talks of the importance and lessons investors can glean from Franklin Templeton’s charts of Annual Returns of...
Looking for a safe haven? Cash isn’t it
It’s natural for people to want to move their stocks into cash during uncertain times. But while it’s easy...
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