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How to calculate your debt-to-income ratio—and why you should know this number

How to calculate your debt-to-income ratio—and why you should know this number
A woman is seen holding up a ballon with a percentage symbol in the background to symbolize the Bank of Canada September rate hike.

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Making sense of the markets this week: September 11

The BoC raises rates, GameStop builds momentum from nothing, the scary month for investors, and maybe the economy is...

Making sense of the markets this week: September 11
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Video: How to close a bank account

Opening a bank account is pretty easy... and closing one should be, too. Here are the steps to take.

Video: How to close a bank account
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What time of year should you retire?

When’s the best time to retire? The timing is not always up to you, but if you can choose,...

What time of year should you retire?

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In this week's roundup, we cover the value of the USD and its effect on the world economies, here a woman holds fan of USD$20 bills

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Making sense of the markets this week: September 4

Alimentation Couche-Tard pumps out profits, the Fed warns of economic pain, strong U.S. dollar might bankrupt several countries, and...

Making sense of the markets this week: September 4
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Making sense of the markets this week: August 28

Canadian banks prepare for stormy weather. Is the Fed worth fighting? U.S. retail results. And a renewed dividend for...

Making sense of the markets this week: August 28
A woman sits at her computer, holding a credit card, contemplating using a line of credit to pay off her credit card debt

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Does it make sense to use a line of credit to pay off credit card debt?

Does it make sense to use a line of credit to pay off credit card debt?
A woman in her 50s-60s is looking to transfer the funds of a LIRA to an RRSP with no contribution room in Ontario on her iPad.

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Can a LIRA be transferred to an RRSP with no contribution room in Ontario?

Moving money from a LIRA or LIF to an RRSP or RRIF can have benefits. Here’s what to consider...

Can a LIRA be transferred to an RRSP with no contribution room in Ontario?

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Making sense of the markets this week: July 17

Inflation and interest rates control the market mood; PepsiCo and U.S. banks kick off earnings season; and is Quebec...

Making sense of the markets this week: July 17

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