The Olympics are a spectacle to behold; there’s nothing quite like watching world-class athletes complete physical feats us mere mortals could only dream of attempting. One particularly exciting event, in this writer’s opinion, is the hurdles. … Read More
When many people think about buying a GIC, they tend to think in terms of investing a lump sum into one GIC. With this kind of approach, all the money is tied up in the investment … Read More
You’ve probably heard lots in the news about the stock market. Stocks go up, stocks go down. Fortunes are made and lost. There’s excitement and drama, and the potential to win big. But you probably haven’t … Read More
There are many factors that go into choosing your financial products, and with the explosion of fintech here in Canada, you’ve never had more options than you do today.
There’s a little more than a month left to file your personal tax return before it’s due. As usual, there have been some changes to a few tax credits so it’s time for a quick review … Read More
The world has gone almost completely digital: We order our meals with a few clicks and they’re delivered right to our door, we communicate increasingly online, and banking can be done right from our phones. And … Read More
The world of investments has been an exciting place over the last few years, primarily due to one thing – robo-advisors. Robo-advisors use low-cost ETFs, leading edge technology, and sophisticated computer investment models to offer Canadians … Read More
Look, Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs) are great, no one is denying that. They were lauded by economists, industry associations, and financial planners when launched in 2009 and they have since become the investment account of choice … Read More
If you’re interested in buying a GIC, you’re probably wondering about fees. Fortunately, with GICs there are no fees or commissions. When you purchase a GIC, you’ll receive the advertised interest payments, without any deductions. And … Read More
When you mention RRSPs, most people think of them as the place to stash their retirement savings. But that’s just one of their many uses.