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Financial planning in your 70s + MORE Oct 7th
When most people think about financial planning, they think about saving and investing for retirement. That is certainly a part of it, but financial planning is much more holistic.
Here are a few financial planning strategies for those approaching or into their 70s. If you are not there yet, bookmar.... More »
TFSA contribution room calculator Aug 12th
Find out your current tax-free savings account (TFSA) contribution limit by using this calculator.
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Tax-free savings account is a bit of a misnomer. While you can use it for straightforward savings, think of it more accurately as an investment holding account to store things like&nb.... More »
The costs of the Fort McMurray fire May 6th
A wild fire rips through the forest 16 kilometres south of Fort McMurray, Alta., on highway 63 on May 7, 2016. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward)
When the wildfire struck outside Fort McMurray a year ago, Rocco Neglia was sitting in a regular office meeting across the country at the head office o.... More »
Great West Life acquires EverWest in U.S. real estate push Feb 3rd
TORONTO _ Great-West Lifeco’s real estate arm has acquired the business of Colorado-based EverWest Real Estate Partners, marking its first move into the U.S.
The terms of the deal announced today were not disclosed.
The president of GWL Realty Advisors says the acquisition of EverWest provides.... More »
Home insurance: Are you covered for wildfires, floods and other climate-related disasters? Jan 19th
In 2024, severe weather caused record-breaking property damage across Canada. Home owners and insurers are reeling from the impacts of multiple disasters, including floods in Toronto, Southern Ontario, British Columbia and Quebec; the wildfire in Jasper, Alta.; and a hailstorm in Calgary. Together, .... More »
Saskatchewan Government Insurance hits the gas on driver licence fees
– canadianbusiness.com
REGINA _ Road test fees are more than doubling for people looking to get their driver’s licence in Saskatchewan.
Saskatchewan Government Insurance says the road test for a class 1, 2 or 3 licence _ which includes trucks with more than two axles and semi-trailers _ will cost $100, up from $40.
Starting Jan. 1, it will cost $55 _ up from $22 _ to take a road test for a class 4 or 5 licence, which includes cars and for a motorcycle road test.
The written examination for all licences is going up to $25 from $10.
SGI says administrative fees for services such as driver testing, licensing, appeals and vehicle inspections have not been updated in more than 10 years.
It says the fees are changing so that costs are primarily being covered by customers instead of being subsidized by all vehicle owners.
The post Saskatchewan Government Insurance hits the gas on driver licence fees appeared first on Canadian Business – Your Source For Business News.
Saskatchewan Government Insurance says the road test for a class 1, 2 or 3 licence _ which includes trucks with more than two axles and semi-trailers _ will cost $100, up from $40.
Starting Jan. 1, it will cost $55 _ up from $22 _ to take a road test for a class 4 or 5 licence, which includes cars and for a motorcycle road test.
The written examination for all licences is going up to $25 from $10.
SGI says administrative fees for services such as driver testing, licensing, appeals and vehicle inspections have not been updated in more than 10 years.
It says the fees are changing so that costs are primarily being covered by customers instead of being subsidized by all vehicle owners.
The post Saskatchewan Government Insurance hits the gas on driver licence fees appeared first on Canadian Business – Your Source For Business News.
Protect Your Home from Theft While On Vacation
– ratesupermarket.ca
[Updated Dec. 6, 2016]
It seems as if Canadians are pretty complacent with their current home security measures, or maybe we’re just home to master thieves. According to Statistics Canada, a break-in is reported once every three minutes, making break-ins one of the highest reported crimes in Canada. Whether you’re gone for the weekend or for the entire Christmas break, you want to leave your home knowing your belongings are safe.
So what’s your plan for ensuring your home is protected while you’re on your way to Cancun for the week or to the ski resort for the weekend? Here are some ways to divert unwanted attention and protect your home from theft while on vacation.
Up Your Security Ante
According to a TD insurance survey from 2013, one in five homeowners think an alarm system is sufficient to protect their house from burglars. Think again – although alarms are a good first line of defence, there are other ways to bolster security (and keep your insurance premiums from increasing due to a theft claim while you’re at it)…
