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You may be able to claim these commonly overlooked medical expenses on your tax return + MORE Feb 27th
Whether you do your own taxes or enlist professional help, you want to avoid leaving money on the proverbial table. Yet, a number of medical expenses are commonly overlooked by taxpayers when filing their tax returns.
Medical expenses may be eligible for a federal non-refundable tax credit on your t.... More »
How much money should I have saved by age 25? + MORE Jul 30th
Financial experts suggest 25-year-olds save 20% of their annual income. But if you’re in your 20s and just starting your career, saving might not be a high priority. Expenses like rent, groceries and car payments seem more pressing—not to mention having a life and planning for big events like an.... More »
What is an ETF? + MORE Jul 11th
If you want to think about it in really simple terms, an ETF is like a meal kit. How’s that? Well, if you’re someone who enjoys good food, but doesn’t necessarily consider yourself a good cook, you might pick up a meal kit, because it contains all of the pre-selected elements you need to prepa.... More »
Webull Canada Review 2024 Feb 20th
Webull has arrived in Canada recently. The buzzy stock trading platform, which has 11 million customers around the world, announced on January 2 that it was accepting applications for Canadian accounts. Should you use Webull?
Is Webull available in Canada?
Yes. Webull Corporation, a pop.... More »
Audit-proof your side hustle + MORE Nov 29th
If you have joined the ranks of the self-employed, you’re in good company: According to Statistics Canada, 2.9 million Canadians run their own business. That’s 15% of the population, and the number is growing. Don’t forget, though, that with your new status comes a new relationship with the Ca.... More »
The Best Credit Cards for Students in 2019
– ratesupermarket.ca
If you’re a student in college or university, you understand that every penny counts. Tuition is high, textbooks are expensive, and it’s hard to maintain healthy eating habits while living off-campus when all you can afford are those packets of Sidekicks pasta for $1.
This is where a good rewards credit card can come in handy. Not only can you earn points, merchandise or cash-back for you purchases, but you’re also given the opportunity to start building your credit. And this is important if you’re a young adult who doesn’t have any credit to your name. If used responsibly, having a credit card will start you off on the right foot so you are eligible for other types of credit in the future, like personal loans or a mortgage. And there’s a great chance you’ll need one of these things eventually.
Rewards cards generally offer different amounts of points or cash-back for particular spending categories (gas, grocery, pharmacy purchases, etc.). Whether it’s rebating you in points, a statement credit, or cash-back in your bank account, a good rewards card maximizes on your everyday purchases and ultimately helps you save, and if you’re a student, you’re likely looking for a card with little-to-no annual fee…
RRSPs: Your Essential Questions Answered
– ratesupermarket.ca
At this time of year, it seems like the financial world is awash with information on what is a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), the benefits of having one, and how to start one. But there are still a few planning points that Canadians either aren’t aware of or don’t know how to fully put to use. For instance:
How much should I contribute to my RRSP this year?
There’s no magic number. Most people aim to contribute enough so that when they retire, they can maintain a similar lifestyle to what they currently enjoy. Although there’s considerable debate about the exact percentage, most experts suggest you’ll need 50 to 70 per cent of your current income per year while in retirement.
The maximum you can contribute to your RRSP each year is 18 per cent of your income up to a certain limit (the ceiling for 2018 is $26,230). If you’re managing anything close to that, you’re in great shape. Realistically though, contributing 10 to 12 per cent of your pre-tax income each year is a reasonable target, especially if you’re carrying debt…
