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Who To Name As Executor When Family Members Aren’t An Option

By Jason Heath - February 21, 2023

The article “Who to name as executor when family members aren’t an option?” was originally published in MoneySense on February 21, 2023 . Photo by Cottonbro Studio from Pexels. It’s not always possible or beneficial to name a family member or close friend as executor in your will. Here’s when…

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Are Spousal And Child Support Payments Taxable?

By Jason Heath - February 13, 2023

The article “Are spousal and child support payments taxable?” was originally published in MoneySense on February 13, 2023 . Photo by Cottonbro Studio from Pexels. Spousal and child support payments are taxed differently. And lump-sum payments may come with their own tax implications. “I received a lump sum payment from…

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How Much To Take Out Of Your RRSP In Your 60s

By Jason Heath - February 8, 2023

The article “How much to take out of your RRSP in your 60s” was originally published in MoneySense on February 8, 2023 . Photo by Marcus Aurelius from Pexels. Although RRSP withdrawals can be deferred no later than age 72, it may be necessary or advisable to make withdrawals before…

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How to Apply for Probate of an Ontario Estate

By Jason Heath - February 6, 2023

When someone dies in Ontario, their investments, real estate, personal belongings, other assets, and debts make up their estate. Assets that are not held jointly with right of survivorship or that do not pass directly to named beneficiaries may require an estate trustee to obtain probate in order to distribute…

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Can An Executor Borrow Money To Cover Probate Costs?

By Jason Heath - February 6, 2023

The article “Can an executor borrow money to cover probate costs?” was originally published in MoneySense on February 6, 2023 . Photo by Gary Barnes from Pexels. Executors have a few options when the estate has outstanding bills and no cash to cover probate fees. Find out what they are.…

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How To Invest As A Teenager In Canada

By Jason Heath - February 1, 2023

The article “How to invest as a teenager in Canada” was originally published in MoneySense on February 1, 2023 . Photo by kefkenadasi from Getty Images. Birthday money burning a hole? Read our “investing for teens” guide for where to invest, how to buy stocks, what you need from your…

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The Tax Implications Of Working Abroad For Residents and Non-Residents of Canada

By Jason Heath - February 1, 2023

The article “The tax implications of working abroad for residents and non-residents of Canada” was originally published in MoneySense on February 1, 2023 . Photo by Jopwell from Pexels. What taxes do you owe when working in another country if you’re a resident of Canada or have significant residential ties…

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How To Use Income ETFs For Retirement Income

By Jason Heath - January 31, 2023

The article “How to use income ETFs for retirement income” was originally published in MoneySense on January 31, 2023 . Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels. Are income ETFs the right choice for retirees? And should you place them in a life income fund that has minimum withdrawals? “I am…

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Here’s What You Need To Know About Picking An Executor For Your Will

By Jason Heath - January 23, 2023

The article “Here’s what you need to know about picking an executor for your will” was originally published in Financial Post on January 26, 2023. Photo by Dzmitry Dzemidovich from Getty Images. Testators writing a will should consider whether the executors they are naming are the right people The most…

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When Does The “Plus 1” Rule Apply To A Principal Residence?

By Jason Heath - January 23, 2023

The article “When does the “plus 1” rule apply to a principal residence?” was originally published in MoneySense on January 23, 2023 . Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels. There are tax implications to inheriting a second property. But in certain circumstances, you can have two principal residences in the…

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FP Answers: What Are The Pros And Cons Of Using A DRIP Account For Your Investments?

By Andrew Dobson - January 20, 2023

The article “What are the pros and cons of using a DRIP account for your investments?” was originally published in Financial Post on January 20, 2023. Photo by by Andrii Dodonov from Getty Images. Using DRIPs in a taxable account could have unintended long-term consequences Q: “What are the pros…

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What is advice-only financial planning?

By Jason Heath - January 6, 2023

Advice-only financial planners provide a conflict-free second opinion that may be more detailed and comprehensive. Financial planning involves six primary areas: 1. Financial management 2. Investment planning 3. Insurance and risk management 4. Tax planning 5. Retirement planning 6. Estate planning and legal aspects Most financial planning advice in Canada…

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