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Mortgage Terms

Now’s not the time to switch to a fixed-rate mortgage

As interest rates climb, variable mortgage rate holders may start to panic. Here’s why you should avoid the temptation...

Now’s not the time to switch to a fixed-rate mortgage
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Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: April 17

How Canada’s new budget will affect your first housing down payment and the value of our banks. Plus, context...

Making sense of the markets this week: April 17
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Save

Can I withdraw from RRSPs to pay bills?

Taking money from your RRSPs early to pay for debt has implications, including taxes, the loss of growth in...

Can I withdraw from RRSPs to pay bills?
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Investing

What it’s like to transfer your account to lower-cost investing

Real investors share their experiences on transferring investing accounts from major banks and firms to DIY investing platforms.

What it’s like to transfer your account to lower-cost investing
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Financial Planning

Budget 2022: How it may affect Canadians’ finances and investments

The budget includes a new program for first-time home buyers, bank taxes, dental coverage and more. What does it...

Budget 2022: How it may affect Canadians’ finances and investments
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Investing

Why sustainable investing is important

Responsible investing considers environmental, social and governance factors alongside financial returns. If you want to get started, you have...

Why sustainable investing is important
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Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: April 10

A quick introduction, why COW ETFs are worth looking at, the true value of $1 million and more

Making sense of the markets this week: April 10
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Taxes

Personal Income Tax Guide: The deadline for filing your 2021 return, tax brackets and more

Don’t miss the deadline to file your tax return! Our 2021 income tax guide for Canadians is here to...

Personal Income Tax Guide: The deadline for filing your 2021 return, tax brackets and more
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Financial Planning

What it’s like to work with a financial advisor

If you’ve never worked with a financial advisor before, here’s what to expect—starting with how to find an advisor...

What it’s like to work with a financial advisor