Help your child purchase a home with an FHSA

What do you get when you combine some of the best features of a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)? Read about the new First Home Savings Account (FHSA)....

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Split your income to save tax

There are limited ways to earn income and pay no tax. However, there are many ways to pay less tax....

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Spring clean your beneficiary choices

It’s common to think of beneficiary or legatee designations as done once and done forever. Learn why it’s important to review your designations and when to make a change....

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Should you co-sign a loan?

Acting as a co-signer can help a loved one or friend meet a life goal. Trouble is, it can also damage a relationship. Do you say yes or no?...

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Meeting multiple goals with a TFSA

It’s often desirable to dedicate a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) to meeting a single goal. However, TFSAs can also be structured to achieve multiple financial objectives....

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Ensure family harmony when planning your estate

You want an inheritance to leave your children better off—not in conflict with each other. The good news is that communication can head off disputes....

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Managing a windfall, large or small

Whatever size a windfall may be, acting hastily can lead to regret. Learn what to consider and how to make the most of bonuses, tax refunds and larger windfalls that come your way....

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Should you delay your OAS pension?

Whether to delay Canada Pension Plan (CPP) or Quebec Pension Plan (QPP) benefits gets all the attention. But you should also know about delaying your Old Age Security (OAS) payments....

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Prepare your children for financial responsibility

Youth who develop financial literacy at home will manage money better once they leave. Find out about four principles and practices you can help them acquire....

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Managing your RRIF withdrawals effectively

In retirement, every dollar you save in tax is more money to support your lifestyle. We’ve got ways to save tax by strategically making Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF) withdrawals....

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