In 2025, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre received more reports involving identity theft than any other type of fraud. When someone
The Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is often called the Swiss army knife of financial accounts since it can be used
For couples, naming a spouse is the typical choice. You have several options if you’re divorced, widowed, single or have
Once you open a Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF), you’re required to make a minimum taxable withdrawal each year, starting
Eligibility. You must be a resident of Canada, have reached the age of majority in your province and qualify as
When the First Home Savings Account (FHSA) was launched in April 2023, prospective homeowners reacted quickly. In its first years,
Without a doubt, the ongoing conflict involving Israel, the United States and Iran has become a major driver of market sentiment, prompting investors to grow increasingly cautious toward non‑cash assets.
Strong Emerging Market Rally Masks Energy Concerns Emerging market equities fell 13% in the first month after the war with Iran began but recovered all of that—and more—in the following
Get started on your estate plan by verifying asset ownership Has the thought of estate planning ever felt so overwhelming that it gave you a headache? From a practical perspective,
Future earnings matter because they determine the present value of a company. The challenge—and the source of volatility—comes from predicting those future earnings. Investor opinions on the outlook can change
Spring is a great time to revisit your financial strategies and explore ways to align your plans with your life goals. This issue of Well-Advised provides insights for a variety
Making arrangements for your own funeral may not be the most pleasant of tasks, but think of the consequences if you don’t make plans. Without knowing your preferences, your estate
Having a baby is a beautiful and completely new experience, as you care for your newborn around the clock. You may never have felt so much responsibility. Caring for your
Couples without children have the potential to retire earlier by investing more during their working years. However, another option is to retire at a traditional age and take advantage of
A recent report lists Canada as having the highest percentage of couples without children among all developed nations.¹ Financial life is different for this demographic group, with unique issues and
You can contribute up to $8,000 a year to a First Home Savings Account (FHSA), to a maximum of $40,000. Your contributions are tax-deductible, your investments grow tax-free and your
