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AI to drive new economic paradigm and new era of investing

Nov 21, 2024 - Alfred Lam

Experienced money managers have seen many investment trends evolve, but nothing compares to AI. Explore the great shift this mega-trend is creating in modern investing....

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I’ll be gone anyway, so why plan my funeral?

Nov 05, 2024 - Valerie Markidis

Thinking about your own death may be uncomfortable, but here’s why prearranging your funeral and sharing your wishes with loved ones is a good idea....

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Diversification working on a comeback

Oct 28, 2024 - Stephen Lingard

The 60/40 portfolio took a hit over the past few years, but diversification isn’t down for the count. As monetary policy continues to shift, look out for a comeback!...

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Next best thing to saving tax now

Apr 01, 2019

The federal government has recently taken away several tax advantages enjoyed by individual Canadians and businesses, from ending tax-free switching of corporate class funds to removing key benefits of income sprinkling....

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Retiring gradually

Apr 01, 2019

According to the 2016 census, one in five Canadians aged 65 and over were working, with 30% of this group working full time. Some continued in their regular jobs, while others became consultants, entrepreneurs and new business owners....

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When do you need a power of attorney?

Apr 01, 2019

Hopefully, you’ll never suffer an illness or disorder that seriously impairs your cognitive functioning. But if you ever suffer such a condition, you may lose the ability to manage your finances – from paying bills to making investment and income......

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Leaving more to your heirs

Apr 01, 2019

Imagine a $1 million estate including $200,000 of stocks in a non-registered account, a $300,000 Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF) and vacation property valued at $500,000. But it’s not $1 million to the heirs. There’s a $100,000 capital......

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How to keep your TFSA aligned with your goals

Apr 01, 2019

This year, you can contribute $6,000 to your Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), bringing the cumulative total of TFSA contributions to $63,500, or $127,000 between a couple. This means that a TFSA can help meet any investment objective....

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