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Finding out your partner has been keeping financial secrets from you — whether it's hiding debt, concealing big-ticket purchases, or had an undisclosed bank account — can be hurtful and even a deal breaker for many couples. A couple looks at the view along the shoreline in the Montreal suburb of Boucherville on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025

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Financial infidelity hurts, but there are ways to get past it

Financial secrets can derail relationships. Experts explain how to identify betrayal, understand the cause, and restore trust.

Financial infidelity hurts, but there are ways to get past it
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Fraud and Scams

Relationship fraud and romance scams: What Canadians need to know

Relationship fraud and romance scams: What Canadians need to know
A Canadian woman with friends, whom she is considering creating a corporation to invest.

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Should you set up a corporation with friends to invest?

What to consider when deciding to incorporate a company with friends to buy real estate and more.

Should you set up a corporation with friends to invest?
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6 phishing scams targeting young Canadians (and how not to fall for them)

6 phishing scams targeting young Canadians (and how not to fall for them)

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Can you decline or step down as power of attorney in Canada?

Power of attorney compensation can be high, but the role can be a lot of work. Here’s what happens...

Can you decline or step down as power of attorney in Canada?

Estate Planning

Inheritances can strain sibling relationships—how to make estate planning smoother

Communication is key to ensuring an inheritance doesn’t cause friction between siblings. Follow these tips to avoid conflicts in...

Inheritances can strain sibling relationships—how to make estate planning smoother

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A parents’ guide to home down payment gifts and loans

Many parents loan or gift money to their adult children for real estate purchases. Here are the legal and...

A parents’ guide to home down payment gifts and loans
A couple discusses declaring themselves common-law on their next tax return

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Should you claim your common-law partner on your taxes?

Changing your status to common-law has an impact on your tax return and government benefits. Here’s how to know...

Should you claim your common-law partner on your taxes?

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Dating dilemma: When to talk about finances

Dating dilemma: When to talk about finances

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