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Tess, 31, is a dentist making $140,000 a year. Now she wants to buy a house to start a family — during a pandemic. Is it the right time? + MORE Jul 11th
“Last year my husband, Jin, moved to the U.S. to complete a one-year medical fellowship,” Tess says. This means for now, she’s on her own to make concrete savings plans for her future, which includes buying a home where they can settle and start a family soon..... More »
What does the average wedding cost in Canada? May 15th
“But you’re getting married! You have to!” That empty statement is on the other end of everything from wedding cakes to bachelorette parties, lace veils, engagement photo shoots and selfie stations. It seems that from the very minute you are betrothed, everyone and their mother (perhaps especi.... More »
What Canadians living in the U.S. need to know about TFSAs + MORE May 9th
Q. I moved from Vancouver to San Francisco about nine months ago, and still have two Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs) in Canada. One TFSA has $11,000 in it (and has an unrealized loss of $6,000) and is held at a local bank. The second has $23,000 in it and is held through a robo-advisor.
However, .... More »
How to save money in Canada: A new way that offers higher interest and more flexibility + MORE Dec 17th
If you’re saving up for a financial goal or large expense—whether it’s a vacation, future vet bills or just your rainy day fund—chances are you’re setting aside money in a regular chequing account, a high-interest savings account (HISA) or a guaranteed investment certificate (GIC). Maybe y.... More »
What it’s like to work with a financial advisor + MORE Apr 10th
If you’re like many Canadians, you’re probably weighing working with a financial advisor. Maybe you’ve just gotten married, started a business, expanded your family or come into an inheritance, or you’re planning your financial future as you approach retirement.
A financial advisor can be.... More »
TurboTax or SimpleTax—which program should you consider to file your taxes online?
TurboTax or SimpleTax—which program should you consider to file your taxes online?

