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How does a U.S.-dollar TFSA work?

If you have tax-free savings accounts in Canadian and U.S. dollars, here’s how to avoid overcontributing.

How does a U.S.-dollar TFSA work?
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Top 5 questions about family RESPs

If you have multiple kids or grandchildren, a family RESP can help you save for their college or university...

Top 5 questions about family RESPs
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You opened an RESP—now what?

A registered education savings plan is the best way to save for a child’s education. Here’s how to use...

You opened an RESP—now what?
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Reducing risk in an RESP: How to invest as your kid approaches college or university

An RESP’s investment mix should evolve over time. Here’s how to focus on growing and then preserving your savings...

Reducing risk in an RESP: How to invest as your kid approaches college or university

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RESP vs. RRSP and TFSA: What’s the best option for education savings?

Families saving for a child’s post-secondary education have more options than ever. With TFSAs, RRSPs and other accounts, does...

RESP vs. RRSP and TFSA: What’s the best option for education savings?
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Is real estate the best investment for a Canadian retiree?

I had three meetings this past week with Canadian clients where I challenged their real estate strategies. Here’s why.

Is real estate the best investment for a Canadian retiree?
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The top 5 questions about RESPs

What can an RESP be used for? What’s the best strategy for RESP withdrawals? Embark’s CEO answers these common...

The top 5 questions about RESPs
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How much money does the government contribute to an RESP?

Government grants are one of the biggest reasons why Canadians open registered education savings plans for their kids. Here’s...

How much money does the government contribute to an RESP?

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How do I teach my kid to save an allowance?

Kids learn their money habits, in large part, from their parents. Here’s how I’m helping my daughter learn to...

How do I teach my kid to save an allowance?

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