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Financial Planning

Women and money: Taking control of your personal finances

Stats show that many high-performing women leave money decisions to their partners—why is that?

Women and money: Taking control of your personal finances
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Investing

How recession fears are shaping investor behaviour and emotions

In the first quarter of 2023, investors wrestled with fast-changing market conditions. Here are some takeaways and tips on...

How recession fears are shaping investor behaviour and emotions
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Investing

An investor’s guide to ESG reporting in Canada

Companies and investment firms that report ESG performance use a patchwork of standards—if they report at all. Here’s how...

An investor’s guide to ESG reporting in Canada
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How to calculate the taxable amount for a cashed-in whole life insurance policy

Is a whole life insurance cash value taxable? Spoiler: Yes. But find out how to calculate the taxable amount....

How to calculate the taxable amount for a cashed-in whole life insurance policy

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Financial literacy

Video: How the Bank of Canada’s interest rate affects you

The Bank of Canada’s interest rate affects everything from your savings account to your mortgage payments. Learn more in...

Video: How the Bank of Canada’s interest rate affects you
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For Canadians living abroad, is it worth investing in foreign ETFs?

Canadians with extra savings overseas may wish to invest in foreign ETFs. However, there may be alternatives with less...

For Canadians living abroad, is it worth investing in foreign ETFs?
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How to have the most tax-efficient retirement income plan

Should you plan your retirement savings around paying the least amount of taxes? Find out the implications and the...

How to have the most tax-efficient retirement income plan
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Investing

Compound interest calculator: How to use one and how interest grows

Watch your money grow—or calculate how much money you will owe in total—with the MoneySense compound interest calculator. Here’s...

Compound interest calculator: How to use one and how interest grows

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Strategic Shopper

How to make money selling stuff online

Tired of clutter? Need some cash? Here are eight Canadian resale sites that can help you turn your stuff...

How to make money selling stuff online

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