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How to fix bad credit history in Canada: 3 steps to boost your score + MORE Oct 3rd
In Canada, your credit score matters—a lot. A solid credit score is more than just a number. It opens doors to financial products, saves you money and improves opportunities for renting, car insurance and employment.
Negative marks to your credit score can happen because of different factors yo.... More »
TFSA contribution room calculator Dec 2nd
Find out your current tax-free savings account (TFSA) contribution limit by using this calculator.
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Tax-free savings account is a bit of a misnomer. While you can use it for straightforward savings, think of it more accurately as an investment holding account to store things like&nb.... More »
What to do when you get laid off Oct 15th
At 7.1%, Canada’s unemployment rate is the highest it has been in four years and people in a variety of sectors have been feeling the pinch. A job loss is difficult for a lot of reasons. On top of the personal feeling of rejection, there can be many decisions to make involving legal, tax, insuranc.... More »
Warning to caregivers: Expect a scavenger hunt + MORE Feb 25th
This story is part 3 in a series on financial caregiving for seniors. Read others in this series:
3 signs you need to take control of your parents’ finances
Caring for a parent? Get a power of attorney
Before my father was diagnosed with dementia, I had a 30,000-foot awareness of my f.... More »
Buying home insurance in Canada: A beginner’s guide Feb 25th
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Your FHSA timeline: What to invest in and when
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Before you make an offer to buy your first home, you’ll have to determine your budget and save up enough money for a down payment (typically about 20% of the home’s value). That’s probably going to be a good chunk of change—Canada’s housing market is expensive, and if you put down less than 20%, you’ll be obligated to buy mortgage default insurance.
Fortunately, there are a number of ways to save for a down payment on your first home, including the first home savings account (FHSA). This registered account was introduced in April 2023 to help first-time home buyers in Canada. And it can be used in conjunction with other government programs including the Home Buyers’ Plan, First Time Home Buyer Incentive and Home Buyers’ Tax Credit. The FHSA has an annual contribution limit of $8,000, up to a lifetime maximum of $40,000, and the account can stay open for 15 years. Cash and investments held inside an FHSA can grow tax-free, and there’s no tax on FHSA qualified withdrawals…
