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Market Pulse - The Week in Review

June 18, 2024 - Lyndsay Astley

Experience concise financial news with Market Pulse: The Week In Review

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Responsible investing is also smart investing

Investors want to know that companies they invest in do more than turn a profit – they should also respect the environment, society and shareholders. Find out about the ABCs of ESG....

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When’s the best time to invest?

Some investors wonder about contributing more when markets are booming. Or not investing when markets have fallen. Find out why the way you invest now may be the smartest choice....

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Borrowing to invest

Borrowing to invest sounds tempting – you just need investment returns that exceed your loan interest. See why it can be a sound strategy for some investors and too risky for others....

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Time for an RESP checkup?

Just contributing regularly to a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) and leaving it alone is an easy trap to fall into. Find out three reasons why you need to monitor and manage your RESP....

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Ways to use a TFSA in retirement

During income-earning years, a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) can be used to fund numerous expenses – a child’s education, family trips, a wedding, just about anything. Once you retire, you’ll discover that a TFSA is just as versatile, helping you t...

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Tapping an RRSP for a home or an education

The Home Buyers’ Plan and Lifelong Learning Plan allow for tax-free withdrawals from a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Find out if it’s worthwhile financially....

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Strategies and tips to boost your RRSP

Wouldn’t you like to get the most from your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)? You’ll be ahead if even one tip applies to you or a family member, now or down the road....

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When selling an investment is a tax win

In the world of investing, there will always be an investment that underperforms. Find out how selling an investment that’s suffered a capital loss can end up saving you in taxes....

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How to make tax-smart RESP withdrawals

Did you know that an RESP is composed of two different pools of money? We’ll explain how RESP withdrawals work and how you can minimize or eliminate any tax....

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RRSP versus TFSA: Did you ever have to make up your mind?

Learn about the number one factor that determines whether an RRSP or a TFSA delivers the best performance for retirement savings....

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