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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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Claiming home office expenses

Mar 15, 2021

Thankfully, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has made it easy for employees to claim home office expenses if you spent more than half of your working hours at home for at least four consecutive weeks in 2020 due to COVID-19. Here are the options avail...

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Thinking of purchasing a vacation property?

Mar 15, 2021

It’s a curious fact that we Canadians, depending on where we live, call a vacation home by different names – a cottage, chalet, country house, camp or cabin. But what they all have in common is that so many owners call their vacation property a sourc...

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The pandemic and the piggy bank

Mar 15, 2021

Just over 12 months ago, provinces and territories responded to the COVID-19 pandemic by declaring states of emergency. Restrictions and lockdowns have affected Canadians in different ways, and one of the starkest differences involves savings. Some p...

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When should you start CPP/QPP and OAS benefits?

Mar 15, 2021

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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Ways to use a TFSA in retirement

Mar 15, 2021

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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