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Rising program expenses propel federal deficit to $21.8B + MORE May 26th
A $21.7-billion surge in federal program expenses was almost entirely responsible for the government’s expected 2016-17 deficit, according to a preliminary analysis of Ottawa’s books.
The Finance Department numbers released Friday suggest the government’s on track to run a $21.8-bi.... More »
A guide to mortgage calculators Jan 23rd
Owning a home can be a powerful wealth-building tool, but it can also be expensive when you account for the mortgage payment, property taxes, insurance, utilities and maintenance.
To get a clear picture of how a home purchase impacts your finances, you’ll need to determine what purchase price y.... More »
When Your Neighbor’s Tree Falls, Who’s Responsible? Apr 29th
A beautiful landscape with mature trees is picturesque. That is until a neighbor’s tree falls in your yard. Blame it on high winds or lack of upkeep, but accidents happen. And tree damage can quickly create tension among neighbors if you don’t know how to handle the situation.
Use these tips to.... More »
How to stake Cardano (ADA) in Canada + MORE Nov 12th
Like other cryptocurrencies, ADA, the native coin of the Cardano blockchain, has been in a bear market since October 2021—meaning a recent pattern of price declines. Despite this downturn in crypto prices, Cardano seems to be a strong player among the public blockchains that offer smart contract f.... More »
Canada’s best no-fee credit cards 2022 Nov 4th
Some of the best things in life are free—so why should you expect any different from your credit card? Canada has an impressive array of no-fee credit cards that don’t charge cardholders an annual fee, while also delivering respectable rewards like cash back and travel points. Many of these no-f.... More »
Should you buy life insurance for children?
– moneysense.ca
Q: About a year ago our 18-month-old had a liver transplant. We worry he won’t be eligible for life insurance when he’s older and are considering a whole life policy for him while he’s young. Is this wise?—Jenny Reid, Fredericton, NB
A: The first thing you need to do is ask your insurance provider about your son’s eligibility for life insurance when he is an adult. This may save you a lot of work and a lot of worry. Aline Baker of Rogers Insurance in Calgary says that “depending on the circumstances of the child’s medical history, he may very well be eligible for coverage.”
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Should I have life insurance in retirement?
If, however, you’re concerned that he won’t get coverage due to medical exclusions, you could opt for a whole life policy that allows you to increase the coverage without future medical evidence…
ObamaCare and Big Insurance
– online.wsj.com
The Justice Department tries to block the mergers that Obama’s health law intended.
