Should you take extra RRIF withdrawals to increase your estate?
Contrary to the conventional advice, taking more than the minimum RRIF withdrawal can at times save tax on your...
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Estate planning for singles—is a trust company the answer?
Canadians with no children or siblings must consider estate planning alternatives. Here’s why trust companies can be a good...
“We’re set for life. Should we cash out an RRSP?”
The cost/benefit analysis of liquidating an RRSP can get complex fast. What matters more are your priorities.
Can you help your kids financially without compromising your retirement?
A Certified Financial Planner explains what to think about before helping your kids with a gift or loan.
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Cross-border estate planning: What should Canadian parents with U.S. beneficiaries do?
The transfer of Canadian estates to U.S. beneficiaries comes with various legal, tax and financial implications. Learn about the...
You have to sell a cemetery plot—will you owe capital gains tax?
Cemetery plots in some big Canadian cities can be worth $50,000 or more. Their sale or deemed disposition may...
How executors get paid in Canada
Understanding the tax implications, benefits and pitfalls of executor compensation.
Should you buy life insurance to pay for tax owed upon death?
When you die, capital gains tax might apply to some of your assets. Can life insurance help shelter your...
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Three reasons to have a will and estate plan
Creating a will and estate plan may not be the most romantic gesture, but it’s an essential demonstration of...