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.
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Why are mortgages so expensive in Canada? A look at 2024 and 2025 + MORE Jan 21st
Housing affordability—while still extremely expensive in many of Canada’s major real estate markets—was all over the map in 2024, as central bank interest rate cuts reduced mortgage rates, and a lack of demand in the first half of the year kept a lid on buyer competition.
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Parents fear for their kids’ financial future but avoid the money talk + MORE Dec 4th
If you’re dreading having the money talk with your kids, you’re not alone. RBC’s recent poll, Talking Money with Our Kids, revealed some surprising attitudes towards financial education. The majority of Canadians polled say they feel stress about their children’s financial futures—and that.... More »
The best GIC rates in Canada for 2025 May 12th
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Find the best and most up-to-date GIC rates in Canada using the comparison tool below. Plus, use the filters to assess your estimated rate of return based on the size of your balance.
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New to Canada? A new way to transfer your credit score Oct 25th
Equifax Inc. is launching a program to allow newcomers to transfer their foreign credit history to Canada.
The credit reporting company said Thursday that the Global Consumer Credit File will make it easier for immigrants to access services like loans and cellphone plans in Canada by providing th.... More »
The best GIC rates in Canada for 2025 + MORE Feb 3rd
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Find the best and most up-to-date GIC rates in Canada using the comparison tool below. Plus, use the filters to assess your estimated rate of return based on the size of your balance.
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MoneySense is an award-winning magazine, helping Canadians navigat.... More »
How much does life insurance cost in Canada?
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Life insurance is often touted as the financial safety net we all need, but what if it’s an added expense you’re not sure you can afford? If that’s your thinking, you’re far from alone—a 2019 study showed that most Canadians are underinsured, with 49% having never purchased life insurance at all. But before you veto the idea altogether, let’s look at how much life insurance can cost.
First, what is life insurance?
Life insurance is a policy you pay into in regular installments, and in the event of your death, your beneficiaries get a payout. The contents of your specific policy will vary based on your needs, but it can pay for end-of-life expenses such as a funeral, as well as settle debt obligations including a mortgage, an auto loan and credit card bills. Most importantly, a policy can make life easier for your family when you’re gone by helping them keep their home, covering their everyday living expenses and supporting their plans for the future, the cost of your children’s post-secondary education, for instance…
First, what is life insurance?
Life insurance is a policy you pay into in regular installments, and in the event of your death, your beneficiaries get a payout. The contents of your specific policy will vary based on your needs, but it can pay for end-of-life expenses such as a funeral, as well as settle debt obligations including a mortgage, an auto loan and credit card bills. Most importantly, a policy can make life easier for your family when you’re gone by helping them keep their home, covering their everyday living expenses and supporting their plans for the future, the cost of your children’s post-secondary education, for instance…
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