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My MoneySense

Duane Ledgister’s tips on distractions for investors, the value of volunteering and more

In this installment of My MoneySense, the vice president and portfolio manager at Connor, Clark & Lunn Private Capital...

Duane Ledgister’s tips on distractions for investors, the value of volunteering and more
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Retired Money

CDRs vs US blue-chip stocks: Which makes more sense for Canadian investors

ADRs can be attractive, but here’s a case for CDRs for Canadians—plus a warning for tax time.

CDRs vs US blue-chip stocks: Which makes more sense for Canadian investors
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Financial Planning

How financial advisors can help at different life stages

Whether you’re a newlywed or looking forward to retirement, a financial advisor can help you plan for a healthy...

How financial advisors can help at different life stages
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Ask a Planner

When can you claim medical expenses on your tax return

After you pay for out-of-pocket medical expenses, what should you do with the receipts? Find out if you can...

When can you claim medical expenses on your tax return
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Taxes

Capital gains when selling property to family

If you sell a property to a relative for a bargain price, does that mean you pay less tax...

Capital gains when selling property to family
A man nearing the age of retirement is working as a barber, cutting the sideburns of another man in his barber chair.

Ask a Planner

Should you start OAS if you are still working?

Not retired yet? Wondering about applying for Old Age Security? Here are the things to consider first.

Should you start OAS if you are still working?
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Mortgages

Why the mortgage stress test isn’t the villain it was made out to be

The mortgage qualifying tool has been subject to plenty of criticism. However, with rising interest rates, it may be...

Why the mortgage stress test isn’t the villain it was made out to be
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Auto Insurance

How much does it cost to insure an electric car?

Insuring an EV isn’t all that different from insuring a gas-powered vehicle. Still, you’ll want to do your research...

How much does it cost to insure an electric car?
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Credit Cards

PC Mastercard review

This no-fee card can be a good entrée into the PC Mastercard family for avid PC Optimum points collectors....

PC Mastercard review