The article “How to qualify for EI benefits in retirement in Canada” was originally published in MoneySense on February 19, 2024. Just because you paid loads into a program doesn’t mean you’ll get EI benefits when you retire Ask MoneySense I’m...
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. Jason Heath: Go beyond how much you need to save with this surprising math. It is...
The article “6 retirement strategies that don’t get talked about enough” was originally published in Financial Post November 15, 2023, by Jason Heath. Jason Heath: These alternative strategies can help you achieve the best retirement possible....
The article “These tips can help you avoid financial pain amid the emotions of losing a spouse” was originally published in Financial Post October 11, 2023, by Jason Heath. Advance planning and avoiding major decisions until after the mourning period are...
The article “Should you use home equity to buy a house for your kids?” was originally published in MoneySense on October 6, 2023. Some parents want to help their kids move out by borrowing against their home. Here’s how interest rates and estate planning...
The article “How to report U.S. employment income in Canada” was originally published in MoneySense on September 25, 2023. Canadian citizens who work in the U.S. have to meet Canadian and U.S. tax filing requirements. Here’s what to know about the rules,...
The article “Do you need mortgage life insurance?” was originally published in MoneySense on September 22, 2023. Mortgage protection can be a good idea, if for instance you have a condition or illness that might make it difficult to get insurance...
The article “Who should Canadians consult for debt advice?” was originally published in MoneySense on September 18, 2023. Photo by Lifestylememory from Freepik. With debt servicing costs up significantly over the past year, many Canadians are struggling...
The article “What to know about withholding tax in retirement” was originally published in MoneySense on September 11, 2023. Photo by Mücahit inci from Pexels. Most retirees have taxes owing at the end of the year. Should you adjust the withholding tax on...
The article “Are Vanguard Canada ETFs and other funds always a good investment?” was originally published in MoneySense on September 6, 2023. Photo by Ekaterina Bolovtsova from Pexels. Here’s how you can access Vanguard ETFs in Canada and some pros and...
The article “What to do when you have insufficient or unused RESP funds” was originally published in MoneySense on August 14, 2023, reposted September 1, 2023. RESPs often fall short of funding a child’s full education, but sometimes an account holder ends...
The article “Why inflation-linked bonds aren’t always the answer to high inflation” was originally published in MoneySense on August 28, 2023. Inflation-linked bonds can decline in a high-inflation year. Here’s how increases and decreases in inflation...
