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How can couples avoid capital gains tax on property in Canada?

A MoneySense reader asks what tax and probate implications she might face if she inherits a rental property held...

How can couples avoid capital gains tax on property in Canada?
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Do you need that bank mutual fund? Maybe not

A quarter of Ontario mutual fund dealers say customers were sold unneeded products.

Do you need that bank mutual fund? Maybe not
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Mutual funds vs. ETFs: What you need to know to decide what investment works for you

Both mutual funds and ETFs have their place, and the right one for you comes down to your financial...

Mutual funds vs. ETFs: What you need to know to decide what investment works for you
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Tax implications of giving your spouse money to invest

A MoneySense reader wants to give money to his spouse to invest. Can he avoid Canada’s income attribution rules?

Tax implications of giving your spouse money to invest

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How is investment income taxed in Canada?

A MoneySense reader wants input on the tax implications of her investment withdrawals, but she can’t get a straight...

How is investment income taxed in Canada?
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Moving away from Canada? Your mutual funds can’t go with you

Here’s why mutual funds don’t travel well across international borders—and what Canadian investors can do instead.

Moving away from Canada? Your mutual funds can’t go with you

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2024 tax-filing extensions: What you need to know

There are several personal, trust and corporate income-tax-filing extensions for Canadians this year. Which ones apply to you? ...

2024 tax-filing extensions: What you need to know

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How should young Canadians invest in bonds?

Young investors have many ways to build the fixed-income portion of their portfolios. Experts say to keep these two...

How should young Canadians invest in bonds?

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What types of tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs) exist?

A tax-free savings account (TFSA) is a fantastic way to earn money on your savings, without having to pay...

What types of tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs) exist?

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