Who pays the tax on dividends earned in a joint account?
Though tax reporting can be complicated, on this point the answer is simple—at least, from the Canada Revenue Agency’s...
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What’s the best way to pay for a master’s degree in the U.S.?
Sonia, 27, hopes a graduate degree will boost her career prospects. She has savings in a TFSA, RRSP and...
“Do I have to agree to my employer’s new non-compete clause?”
Before you sign, it’s important to consider what you’re getting in exchange—and whether what you’re being offered is worth...
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“We’re outgrowing our family vehicle, but we don’t want a minivan. What are the best options?”
Even though he has three years left on his current vehicle loan, Andrew wonders if it makes sense to...
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Mike wonders if he should cash in his big-city home equity for a golden retirement.
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“When should I claim the cost of renovations to my rental property?”
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Should James take a lump-sum pension buyout and invest the money himself?
Upon closer consideration, many people find that keeping their guaranteed pension payments leaves them better off.