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Warning to caregivers: Expect a scavenger hunt

Many adult children know the basics of their parents’ money, but not the details. Discover why full financial visibility...

Warning to caregivers: Expect a scavenger hunt
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Retirement

Canadians fear a tougher road to retirement—and plan to help their kids along the way

Most Canadians say saving for retirement will be harder than it was for their parents, with many expecting to...

Canadians fear a tougher road to retirement—and plan to help their kids along the way
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Retirement

CPP payment dates in 2026, and more to know about the Canada Pension Plan

Review the 2026 CPP payment dates, how much you could receive, when to apply, and how the Canada Pension...

CPP payment dates in 2026, and more to know about the Canada Pension Plan

Financial Planning

Caring for a parent? Get a power of attorney

Often an afterthought, the POA document will smooth the process of seeing to their needs.

Caring for a parent? Get a power of attorney

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How to ensure your kids can keep your house when you die

A MoneySense reader wants to pre-fund the ongoing expenses for her house to make it easier for her kids...

How to ensure your kids can keep your house when you die

Financial Planning

3 signs you need to take control of your parents’ finances

A time will likely come when you have to care for your elderly relatives' money matters. Here are some...

3 signs you need to take control of your parents’ finances
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Real Estate

The hidden value of a professional real estate appraisal

Online tools and tax assessments often miss the mark. A professional appraisal gives you a reliable, market-based property value.

The hidden value of a professional real estate appraisal

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Taxes halved their inheritance. Could anything be done?

Ontario heirs face a huge tax bill after their parents’ deaths—highlighting the importance of planning ahead to reduce taxes...

Taxes halved their inheritance. Could anything be done?

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Retirement

How to plan for old age when you don’t have kids

More and more Canadians are entering their golden years without grown children to help out should they lose their...

How to plan for old age when you don’t have kids

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