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Estate Planning

How to avoid or reduce probate fees in Ontario

Read about the practical strategies to reduce or avoid probate fees in Ontario, and ensure a smoother transfer of...

How to avoid or reduce probate fees in Ontario
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Taxes

How to fill out a personal tax return

Here are the simple steps to filling out your tax return in Canada.

How to fill out a personal tax return
Three siblings discuss how to divide their parents' estate

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How to divide the assets of an estate between beneficiaries

Three siblings are beneficiaries of their parents’ estate, which includes several properties and investment accounts. How should they divide...

How to divide the assets of an estate between beneficiaries
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Mortgages

What does the new Canadian Mortgage Charter mean for home owners?

The federal government announced measures to improve housing affordability and give borrowers some relief. Here’s what to expect from...

What does the new Canadian Mortgage Charter mean for home owners?
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Investing

’Tis the season for tax-loss selling in Canada

Tax-loss selling is one way that investors with capital gains can lower their potential tax bill. What is tax-loss...

’Tis the season for tax-loss selling in Canada
A woman driving on an Alberta highway, wondering why auto insurance is so expensive in the province.

Auto Insurance

Why is auto insurance so expensive in Alberta?

Alberta auto insurance has been in the news a lot lately. Let’s look at the data to see...

Why is auto insurance so expensive in Alberta?
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Should you hold on to unused RRSP contributions?

It may not be a good idea to save up unused RRSP contributions in order to save on future...

Should you hold on to unused RRSP contributions?

Qualified Advice

Renting vs. owning: Can you be financially secure without buying a home?

Renting vs. owning: Can you be financially secure without buying a home?
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Is the FHSA tax-deductible?