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Save it, spend it, or do a bit of both – we’ve got ways that may help you stretch your tax refund. While not everyone looks forward to tax time (who really likes filling out forms anyways?), for many Canadians it means they can expect a refund on money paid in taxes. Whether it’s from…
What is critical illness insurance? Critical illness insurance(CII) is coverage that can help Canadians or those living in Canada pay the additional costs associated with life-altering illnesses like cancer, stroke, heart attack and dementia. Why do I need critical illness insurance? If you’re diagnosed with a covered illness, your critical illness insurance policy can help…
Placing transparency and honesty at the heart of wealth management In the complex world of finance, where the pursuit of personal gain can sometimes overshadow professional ethics, transparency and honesty are essential to establishing a lasting trust between financial advisors and their clients. The complexity of financial markets, combined with the multitude of available investment…
Today’s housing market remains challenging, leaving many first-time home buyers hard-pressed to come up with a down payment. So, quite often, parents or grandparents want to help out. As of April 1, 2023, a new avenue has opened to help fund a down payment: the First-Home Savings Account (FHSA). Although you can’t contribute directly to…
When markets have been below their peak for some time, it’s helpful—psychologically and financially—to keep in mind that down markets have always been followed by recoveries. Psychologically, you’ll feel reassured that better days are ahead. Financially, you’ll be able to continue investing while prices are lower. No one, experts included, knows when a bear market…
