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Gifting a parent’s assets using a power of attorney

As power of attorney, does it make sense to divide up a parent’s assets before their death?

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Making sense of the markets this week: September 25

Stats Canada lets air out of inflation, the loonie’s performance, FedEx delivers some bad news, and how historically bad...

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Video: 4 things to consider before putting your money in a TFSA or RRSP

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Video: The differences between a TFSA and RRSP

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Can a non-resident open an investment account in Canada?

What are the options for investing as a non-resident of Canada? Which is better: an RRSP or a tax-sheltered...

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Making sense of the markets this week: September 18

Interest rates and the markets, Oracle’s earnings report, a look at wealth and happiness, and what’s a “tontine”? ...

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Can you gift a farm to your kids to avoid taxes?

The idea to gift property to a family member for a dollar to avoid tax is a common one....

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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,...

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How to invest with spousal loans for Canadians—and how to pay it back

There is plenty of advice on setting up a spousal loan for income splitting, but it’s important to know...