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The best life insurance in Canada: Your complete guide

What is life insurance? Do you need it and, if so, what kind? How much will it cost? Find...

The best life insurance in Canada: Your complete guide
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What is universal life insurance?

Despite its complexities and cost, universal life insurance offers greater flexibility and some tax advantages. Here’s how it works....

What is universal life insurance?
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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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How financial and estate planning can reduce money stress for women

Have you talked to your partner and parents about making a will and other end-of-life decisions?

How financial and estate planning can reduce money stress for women

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Tools and habits to stay on track with your money goals

Goal tracking is an important part of proactive financial planning. Here are some tools and habits to try to...

Tools and habits to stay on track with your money goals
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How does life insurance work?

It’s a task that can easily end up on the back burner, but it’s well worth taking the time...

How does life insurance work?
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How does age affect life insurance rates?

Does age affect life insurance? Do you even need it if you’re still young? Is ever it too late...

How does age affect life insurance rates?
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Do you have to split your estate evenly between your children?

Courts in some provinces can vary the distribution of an estate and override a last will and testament. Here’s...

Do you have to split your estate evenly between your children?

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5 reasons to buy life insurance—right now

An effective financial plan goes beyond saving and investing. Life insurance can also be a key element in achieving...

5 reasons to buy life insurance—right now

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