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What to know about credit card travel insurance as an Air Canada strike looms Aug 16th
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“A dog bit me! Should I sue?” May 31st
The arrival of the warmer weather means that more people will be out and about. This also means that more people will be out and about with their dogs.
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Life insurance for kids: Do you really need it? Jul 23rd
Buying life insurance for kids is probably the last thing on your mind when you’re in the throes of diaper changes and round-the-clock feedings. But the early stages of parenthood don’t last forever—and it’s never too early to start planning for your little one’s (or ones’) future.
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Will the average home insurance cost go up because of COVID-19? Aug 31st
What does home insurance have to do with the pandemic? Canadians have been spending more time at home as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and that’s a good thing–we’re all trying to stop the spread of the coronavirus and get back to life as we knew it. However, all of that extra time in our .... More »
What’s your RRSP contribution limit?
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If you’re like many Canadians, you’re hoping you’ve paid enough tax for 2016 and may even be looking forward to a hefty tax refund cheque. You can help ensure that happens by knowing the details of your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), what sets them apart, your contribution limit and a whole slew of other things. Here are the basics:What’s an RRSP
An RRSP is a retirement savings plan that you open at a bank or other financial institution near you. It’s registered by the federal government of Canada, and you can contribute to it up to an annual maximum amount.
What’s special about RRSPs
Contributions to RRSPs are deductible, meaning they can be used to reduce your taxes. Any income you earn in the RRSP is usually exempt from tax as long as the funds remain in the plan; you generally have to pay tax when you withdraw money from the account.
Ten RRSP questions answered »
Who can open an RRSP
If you have earned income, have a social insurance number and have filed a tax return, you can contribute to an RRSP up until December 31 of the year your spouse turns 71…
