The “Big Five” Canadian banks offer investment funds and include Royal Bank of Canada, Toronto Dominion Bank (TD Canada Trust), Bank of Nova Scotia, Bank of Montreal and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). Let’s explore the best place for you to invest.
Latest News
Making sense of the markets this week: January 7, 2024 + MORE Jan 5th
Kyle Prevost, creator of 4 Steps to a Worry-Free Retirement, Canada’s DIY retirement planning course, shares financial headlines and offers context for Canadian investors.
A look at 2024
Since we made this crystal ball thing look pretty easy last year with our 2023 markets forecast, we’re .... More »
It’s easier than ever to invest in bitcoin — but should you? Feb 21st
With new funds available on the Toronto Stock Exchange, investors can access bitcoin investments without owning the asset directly. But the funds are little more than a gamble, say experts..... More »
Toronto’s hot housing market is making divorce even messier — here’s how splitting couples can cope Jun 20th
One financial adviser says she’s done financial planning for separating couples who can’t afford to move out to begin with, so both parties remain in the home. Others end up in tiny condos with no room for the kids.... More »
Making sense of the markets this week: September 18 Sep 16th
Kyle Prevost, editor of Million Dollar Journey and founder of the Canadian Financial Summit, shares financial headlines and offers context for Canadian investors.
We’re all Volker-ians now
Paul Volker is generally credited as the person who “broke the back of inflation” as the Governor o.... More »
Are you worried about your financial situation? - Poll - Castanet.net Jan 17th
Are you worried about your financial situation? - Poll Castanet.netBritish Columbians' debt anxiety mounting amid inflation, interest rate hikes: surveys | Globalnews.ca Global NewsCanadians more worried about rising debt amid high cost of living: MNP BNN BloombergIn.... More »
How to Become an Expert Investor
– investitwisely.com
Over the past few years, the financial markets have been quite unstable with crisis situations arising one after another. For this reason, it’s essential for investors to build their money management skills to protect their hard-earned cash from any financial crisis. Whether you are a new investor or a seasonal one, there’s always room to grow your investing skills. The following tips will help you take a step towards becoming an expert investor.Control your Emotions
The greatest threat to becoming an expert investor is actually you. The stock market is extremely unpredictable, regardless, don’t let talking heads on financial television rattle your emotions and cause you to lose your nerves and end up selling your investments at the worst possible time. Also, avoid making irrational decisions based on stock price movements. When the stock market drops avoid selling stocks that have already seen a drop in market prices, instead find some good companies selling at bargain prices…
