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Cross Border Financial Planning: Considerations for Canadians Moving to the U.S.

By Staff - February 13, 2025

Photo designed by katemangostar on Freepik Financial planning for Canadians moving to the U.S. is a complex process that requires careful preparation and strategic decision-making. Ideally, this planning should begin well before the intended departure date to ensure a smooth transition. The financial systems and tax laws in both countries…

5 reasons why TFSAs aren’t always the best fit for everyone

By Jason Heath - June 10, 2024

The article “5 reasons why TFSAs aren’t always the best fit for everyone” was originally published in Financial Post June 10, 2024, by Jason Heath. Photo by by Anthony Rosenberg from Getty Images Signature.   Jason Heath: They could end up costing you if you have debt or RRSP contribution…

FP Answers: Should I hold onto my capital losses until death to leave a larger inheritance?

By Andrew Dobson - June 7, 2024

The article “FP Answers: Should I hold onto my capital losses until death to leave a larger inheritance?” was originally published in Financial Post on June 7, 2024. By Julie Cazzin with Andrew Dobson. Photo by Tara Winstead from Pexels. Proposed capital gains tax hike later this month presents more complications…

FP Answers: Should I pay myself dividends from my company to avoid CPP premiums?

By Andrew Dobson - May 17, 2024

The article “FP Answers: Should I pay myself dividends from my company to avoid CPP premiums?” was originally published in Financial Post on May 17, 2024. By Julie Cazzin with Andrew Dobson. Photo by by jittawit21. Passing on the premiums might save money today but cost you retirement income in the…

Why your retirement may be different than you expected

By Jason Heath - May 6, 2024

The article “Why your retirement may be different than you expected” was originally published in Financial Post May 6, 2024, by Jason Heath. Photo by Marcus Aurelius from Pexels. Jason Heath: There is no surefire formula for planning for retirement, so expect the unexpected Most discussions around retirement focus on how much…

FP Answers: What are the tax consequences of selling a small business to my son?

By Andrew Dobson - April 12, 2024

The article “FP Answers: What are the tax consequences of selling a small business to my son?” was originally published in Financial Post on April 12, 2024. By Julie Cazzin with Andrew Dobson. Photo by Mikhail Nilov from Pexels. Get the value appraised before you do anything. Q: I want to…

6 Steps to Financial Decluttering

By Thuy Lam - April 8, 2024

Overwhelmed by the number of bills and credit card statements piling up on your desk? Not finding the time to review the performance of your investments? Missed a bill payment, got charged NSF, or misplaced your financial documents? You are not alone. Nearly one in four people have either lost…

What will your income be in retirement? The answer goes well beyond investment returns

By Jason Heath - March 11, 2024

The article “What will your income be in retirement?” The answer goes well beyond investment returns” was originally published in Financial Post on March 11, 2024. Photo by by Creativa Images. You may have more money coming in than you think. Jason Heath lists the potential sources. The financial industry…

5 Financial Essentials for Women

By Hannah McVean - March 6, 2024

Author’s note: Life can feel incredibly expensive. This article is written by a financial planner, so there is some bias – I’m likely to recommend strategies that apply to women in general to manage financial risk. However, it’s important to recognize that the ‘essentials’ I discuss may not be universally…

FP Answers: Should I convert my mother’s stock investments to low-fee ETFs?

By Andrew Dobson - March 1, 2024

The article “FP Answers: Should I convert my mother’s stock investments to low-fee ETFs?” was originally published in Financial Post on March 1, 2024. By Julie Cazzin with Andrew Dobson. Photo by by Zolak from Getty Images. Options are plentiful, but just remember that do-it-yourself investing can be overwhelming. Q: My…

FP Answers: What are better ways for my 15-year-old son to invest than risky crypto and tech?

By Andrew Dobson - February 9, 2024

The article “FP Answers: What are better ways for my 15-year-old son to invest than risky crypto and tech?” was originally published in Financial Post on February 9, 2024. By Julie Cazzin with Andrew Dobson. Photo by Worldspectrum from Pexels. Investing as a young person a lot different than it is…

Retirement math you need to know, from how long you’ll live to deferring CPP

By Jason Heath - February 5, 2024

The article “Retirement math you need to know, from how long you’ll live to deferring CPP” was originally published in Financial Post February 5, 2024, by Jason Heath. Photo by Junior Bastos of Pexels. Jason Heath: Go beyond how much you need to save with this surprising math. It is…

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