As a parent, it can seem almost impossible to teach your kids the importance of saving for their future and understanding the value of money. Depending on the age of your child, the way you teach these lessons may vary. …

It’s not the kind of question that comes up every day; so, before you accept automatically you should know what will be expected of you. Although you may be flattered by the request, your willingness to be someone’s executor should…

Paying rent, utility bills, debt payments and groceries while also trying to save money and have some left over cash for things you actually enjoy, can seem almost impossible to do. Especially during inflationary times when the prices of your…

If your child is planning on attending college or university next month, chances are you are thinking about redeeming money from your Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP). Although you don’t have to provide receipts; you will have to provide Proof…

By 2026, it’s projected more than 610,000 Canadian seniors will live in collective dwellings; nursing homes, long-term care facilities and seniors’ residences. If you, or a loved one is considering moving into a collective dwelling, a decision must be made…

The markets have been in a tizzy this week, starting off with a sudden dip on Monday followed by a relief rally and now ending the week almost where we began. Even though it dipped fast, it recovered almost as…

Many seniors choose Segregated funds for the estate preservation feature; they can invest in the market to achieve growth potential, without putting their family’s inheritance at undue risk. Segregated (Seg) funds combine the growth potential of regular investment funds but…

It’s wedding season, and if you are tying the knot this summer take some time to review your financial household, you may find some unexpected benefits. Employee Health Plan – If only one of you has an employee benefit plan you…

July is normally a slow and eventless month for news, even with the tight race for the U.S. presidency and the Republican convention beginning earlier this week. However, the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump this past Saturday sparked…

Acting as an executor can be rewarding work, however, if you don’t have a solid legal background, it can be a little confusing. You can hire experts to help you, however it is important that you understand the estate documents.…