When should you start CPP/QPP and OAS benefits?

Start government benefits sooner and you collect a smaller monthly benefit, but right away and for a longer time. Delay the start and you receive a larger monthly benefit, but must bridge the waiting period with other resources. Knowing when to start...

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How did you react to market volatility?

Find out about three ways investors may react to a significant market downturn. Then see if your own reaction might prompt a change to your investment portfolio....

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Save tax by splitting income with children

You save tax as a family when you transfer your income to children in a lower tax bracket. We’ve got specific income-splitting strategies that work for minor children and adult children....

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Retirement plans changing? Evaluate and pivot

There are countless situations and life events that could make you alter your retirement plans. But there are four ways to react to those changes and fulfill your retirement dreams....

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Maintaining financial peace of mind

Managing COVID-19 has challenged our economy, and we’ve all felt the fallout in our investment portfolios. But there are two things to keep in mind that will help you maintain peace of mind....

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How to minimize tax on retirement income

It’s something you don’t often realize until you retire, but tax becomes one of your biggest expenses in retirement. We’ve got a few strategies that can help you trim your tax bill....

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Why the money talk matters

It’s often difficult talking to family members about money issues when the situation involves them. Find out the one compelling reason why it’s well worth having the talk....

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Does your group insurance need a boost?

Considering each person has unique insurance needs, group life and health insurance plans do an excellent job in providing coverage. But you may have a gap or two that needs to be filled....

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Does it pay to renovate?

Can you guess which two rooms you can renovate to bring the highest return on investment? The answer is here, along with other helpful information about the financial side of home renovation....

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Can you retire earlier?

You don’t have to win the lottery. Find out the more common reasons why some people may consider retiring earlier than planned....

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