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RESPs

What is an RESP?

How does an RESP account work? What are the benefits of opening one? Learn more about using this registered...

What is an RESP?

Life Insurance

What is life insurance?

You don’t legally have to buy life insurance in Canada, but here’s how it works and why Canadians should...

What is life insurance?

Annuities

What is an annuity?

Looking for fixed-income investments? An annuity may be a suitable option—and not just for retirees. Learn more in the...

What is an annuity?

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Are spousal and child support payments taxable?

Spousal and child support payments are taxed differently. And lump-sum payments may come with their own tax implications.

Are spousal and child support payments taxable?
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Making It

How to survive a recession: Six tips for Gen Z and those who haven’t faced one before

Here are some steps young people can take to recession-proof their finances.

How to survive a recession: Six tips for Gen Z and those who haven’t faced one before
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Can an estate contribute to an RESP account?

Here’s what you need to know before deciding to leave money in trust for an RESP account after your...

Can an estate contribute to an RESP account?

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How to use ETFs in your child’s RESP

How to use ETFs in your child’s RESP
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Tools and habits to stay on track with your money goals

Goal tracking is an important part of proactive financial planning. Here are some tools and habits to try to...

Tools and habits to stay on track with your money goals
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Investing

What newcomers need to know about investing in Canada

New to the country? Here’s your quick-start guide to the investing landscape in Canada, including tax-sheltered accounts, inflation and...

What newcomers need to know about investing in Canada