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Hit and run China's communists take control of tech - The Economist Jul 8th
Hit and run China's communists take control of tech The EconomistChina tries to quell investor fears about internet companies Yahoo Canada FinanceDidi extends slump as China weighs changes to US IPO rules BNNOwning Chinese Companies Is Complicated Bloomber.... More »
What types of tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs) exist? Dec 19th
A tax-free savings account (TFSA) is a fantastic way to earn money on your savings, without having to pay tax on those earnings. Registered by the federal government, TFSAs are available to Canadians aged 18 and older. Unlike a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP), you cannot deduct contributio.... More »
Would you save 70% of your income so you could retire early? Meet FIRE advocate Scott Rieckens, on track to retire at 41 Oct 9th
We talked to filmmaker and author Scott Rieckens about his new book, Playing With FIRE: How Far Would You Go for Financial Freedom?.... More »
“Which reverse mortgage is right for me?” + MORE Sep 8th
When Vancouver condo owners Maggie and Rob found out they were on the hook for $400,000 in improvement costs to their building and unit as required by an assessment from their Strata Council, they weren’t sure what to do. (We’ve changed their names and some details to protect their privacy.)
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Canadian marijuana stocks have a serious accounting problem + MORE Jan 24th
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Depending on your point of view, the burgeoning marijuana industry in Canada is either an unprecedented opportunity to rake in huge profits as recreational use becomes legal, or a speculative bubble that will eventually pop. When forensic accountant Al Rosen looks at the sec.... More »
A report this week suggested Rogers may look to sell the Blue Jays. On paper, a move to cash in makes a bit of financial sense. But don’t expect any curveballs with such a valuable property, Peter Armstrong writes.
