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Making sense of the markets this week: September 17, 2023 + MORE Sep 15th
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.
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“Yes, concerts are experiences—and I’m spending my money on them!” Sep 21st
In my previous MoneySense column, I wrote about the power of shifting our spending from acquiring things to spending on experiences as it has been shown to create lasting satisfaction in our lives. Now, let me put that to the test. Here is my real-life personal story that highlights the profound imp.... More »
Stocks mixed as Wall Street braces for Fed meeting: Stock market news today - Yahoo Finance Sep 18th
Stocks mixed as Wall Street braces for Fed meeting: Stock market news today Yahoo FinanceNot a good look for equities ahead of US trading ForexLive5 things to know before the stock market opens Monday CNBCStock market today: Wall Street drifts ahead of Fed meeting as.... More »
What is short-term disability insurance?
– moneysense.ca
Short-term disability (STD) insurance provides income for someone over a short period of time if they can’t work because they’re ill or injured, have been in an accident, or are in the hospital. STD insurance is often offered by employers as part of their workplace benefits package. It’s not the same thing as employment insurance (more on this below).
Many Canadians lack disability insurance coverage. In 2018, an RBC Insurance survey found that fewer than half of Canadians had disability insurance through their employee benefits. Among those who didn’t, 84% hadn’t purchased it privately, either. If you’re in this boat, you may want to explore your options. Hopefully you’ll never need to make a claim, but life happens—and not having disability insurance can put you and your family at great financial risk.
Short-term disability insurance from an employer
If you’re ill or injured and you do have coverage through your employer, you can make a short-term disability claim…
