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Stock news for investors: Air Canada Q3 profit plunges to as strike weighs on results + MORE Nov 8th
Here’s a round-up of news for Canadian investors this week.
Air Canada
Fortis
Thomson Reuters
Suncor
Cameco
Maple Leaf Foods
Sun Life Financial
Cineplex
Corus Entertainment
Xanadu Quantum Technologies
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How does an executor pay estate expenses during the probate process? + MORE May 4th
I’ve realized that my large RRSP would generate a very large income tax bill if I die in the near future. I don’t have a spouse, or anyone who qualifies as a beneficiary to my RRSP on a tax-deferred basis. How can my executor pay my income taxes if it takes a year to get probated?—Carol
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Do you need a planner if you’re a DIY investor? May 23rd
In today’s digital age, there’s an increasing number of Canadians who choose do-it-yourself investing. Online brokerages and low-cost trading platforms allowed for a new style of investing to emerge: a new generation of DIYers. We’ve seen a shift in the financial planning industry. Well, self-.... More »
Could selling a vacation property affect government pensions? Sep 7th
Q. I was wondering what would happen if I sold my mobile home this year for $100,000. Currently, I receive Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security and Guaranteed Income Supplement benefits totalling about $1,800 a month. Would the sale affect my pensions?
–Colleen
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Common risks to retirement, investing and financial freedom Oct 11th
No matter what stage of financial planning you are in, it is important to be aware of and understand the common risks to your retirement plan and financial stability. The Toronto Star published the following chart showing reasons why Canadians delay their retirement:
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Saving up to buy your first home? Here’s why you should do it in a TFSA instead of an RRSP
– thestar.com
Both allow your savings to compound tax-free, but for most younger first-time home buyers, the more flexible TFSA comes out on top.
You may dislike the man, but his business-friendly policies, trade truces and lower interest rates all helped lift North American markets, writes Gordon Pape.
