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Stock news: Canada’s big banks raise dividends after strong Q2 earnings May 30th
Here’s a round-up of news for Canadian investors this week.
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The best free personal finance and investing courses in Canada Nov 29th
Financial literacy is an essential life skill. Whether you want to budget, saving, invest or plan for retirement, understanding how to manage money can help you achieve financial stability. Fortunately, there are many free courses that can help Canadians develop greater financial literacy. Below, fi.... More »
How do the RRSP contribution carry forward rules work? Nov 2nd
If I have $25,000 contribution room left in my RRSP, can I take that all at once plus my regular RRSP contribution of $27,230 for the tax year 2020? Effectively making a contribution of $57,230 to my RRSP?— Lorraine
The rules around RRSP contribution room
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Canadians fear a tougher road to retirement—and plan to help their kids along the way + MORE Feb 14th
Canadians are going into this year’s RRSP season in a somewhat pessimistic mood. Two-thirds say it will be more difficult for them to save and invest for their retirement than it was for their parents, according to BMO’s latest Retirement Survey.
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Cut unnecessary costs with one simple change to your banking + MORE Dec 13th
If you’re like many Canadians, you view bank fees as a necessary expense, but this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Paying a small fee each month isn’t usually much trouble, but over a whole year, it can really add up. The good news is that affordable banking has never been more in .... More »
How to be a better investor
– moneysense.ca
For both beginner and experienced investors, focusing on a few basic guidelines can make the difference between good results and great ones. Whether you’re investing in a taxable account or a tax-sheltered account like a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP), doubling down on the basics can help you make better-informed decisions and reach your financial goals faster.
Set clear targets
Instead of vague aspirations like “save more in 2022” or “grow my RRSP,” set specific goals you can quantify and track over time. Once you have a goal, you can break it down into the steps needed to get you where you want to be. If you’d like to max out your tax-free savings account (TFSA) this year, for example, what do you need to put in monthly or weekly to reach $6,000—and could you automate your deposits to help ensure it happens?
Online calculators can help you decide on what’s realistic for you. Explore different contribution rates, return assumptions and time horizons…
