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Woman takes care of her mother, and without a job wonders if she can maximize her RRSP and TFSA with $0 income.

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Can you maximize your RRSP and TFSA with an income of $0?

With a year of no income, find out if it makes sense to max out registered accounts like an...

Can you maximize your RRSP and TFSA with an income of $0?

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Are spousal and child support payments taxable?

Spousal and child support payments are taxed differently. And lump-sum payments may come with their own tax implications.

Are spousal and child support payments taxable?
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GICs

How GIC returns are taxed in Canada

GIC interest rates are incredibly high—should you invest? Find out how GICs work and how GIC interest is taxed...

How GIC returns are taxed in Canada
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Can an executor borrow money to cover probate costs?

Executors have a few options when the estate has outstanding bills and no cash to cover probate fees. Find...

Can an executor borrow money to cover probate costs?

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The tax implications of working abroad for residents and non-residents of Canada

What taxes do you owe when working in another country if you’re a resident of Canada or have significant...

The tax implications of working abroad for residents and non-residents of Canada
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Financial Planning

How to make better financial decisions—without regret—in a crisis

What is a decision crisis? How do you know if you’re in one, and what do you do next?...

How to make better financial decisions—without regret—in a crisis
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When does the “plus 1” rule apply to a principal residence? 

There are tax implications to inheriting a second property. But in certain circumstances, you can have two principal residences...

When does the “plus 1” rule apply to a principal residence? 
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Where should you invest an extra $50,000 in your 60s?

Where should you invest an extra $50,000 in your 60s?

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The final tax return after death: How it gets done in Canada

The final tax return after death: How it gets done in Canada

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