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ETFs

What are “.U” ETFs? A guide to Canadian-listed U.S.-dollar ETFs

Canadian-listed “.U” ETFs let investors put U.S. dollars to work without buying U.S.-domiciled funds, potentially offering advantages for tax...

What are “.U” ETFs? A guide to Canadian-listed U.S.-dollar ETFs

ETFs

When is it worth buying a U.S.-listed ETF over a Canadian one?

Whether a U.S.-listed ETF is worth buying depends on foreign exchange costs, taxes, MERs, and your investment account.

When is it worth buying a U.S.-listed ETF over a Canadian one?

Jacks on Tax

Moving abroad? Think about the tax consequences

Emigrating comes with a slew of tax considerations, from filing a final return to possible departure taxes. Here’s what...

Moving abroad? Think about the tax consequences

Investing

Why Canadian investors should avoid MLPs 

The attractive headline yields and steady distributions of U.S. Master Limited Partnerships are often outweighed by tax complexities.

Why Canadian investors should avoid MLPs 

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How is investment income taxed in Canada?

A MoneySense reader wants input on the tax implications of her investment withdrawals, but she can’t get a straight...

How is investment income taxed in Canada?
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How much of a pension does a survivor receive?

A MoneySense reader asks about survivor benefits for spouses. Here’s how defined benefit and CPP survivor payments work in...

How much of a pension does a survivor receive?
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How to manage your tax withholding in retirement

Canadians accustomed to annual tax refunds may be surprised to owe tax in retirement and have government benefits clawed...

How to manage your tax withholding in retirement
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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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Taxes

Canadian expat tax guide: “If I work abroad, where do I pay taxes?”—and other questions answered

From severing ties and becoming a non-resident to learning about departure and withholding taxes, here’s what expats can expect...

Canadian expat tax guide: “If I work abroad, where do I pay taxes?”—and other questions answered

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