The article “Investments To Use For A Down Payment On A House” was originally published on MoneySense on August 8, 2018. RRSP or TFSA? Likely, it’ll be both Q: My son has money in an RRSP (mutual fund) and TFSA (cash sitting in account) and he buys a condo this year.…

The article “Simplify Your Investments To Save On Estate Tax” was originally published on MoneySense on August 1, 2018. William wants to plan his estate so that it is as seamless as possible for his children when he passes away Q: I am a 72-year old divorced male with adult children.…

The article “Can You Receive CPP Benefits From Two Partners?” was originally published in MoneySense on July 24, 2018. Twice the split CPP? It’s possible, to an extent. Q: Can I get CPP from a common law partner if he dies, even though I receive CPP from a divorced partner? —E.R.…

The article “Do Canadian Expats Have To Pay Income Tax?” was originally published on MoneySense on July 17, 2018. Taxation is based on residency, but expats coming back should watch out Q: I am Canadian citizen living in Pakistan since 2002. I have no home or family in Canada. I do…

The article “The Right Way To Unwind Your Locked-In Retirement Account” was originally published on MoneySense on July 10, 2018. OM is trying to formulate a plan for a locked-in retirement account. What are some LIRA best practices to consider? Q: I am at the age where I can transfer my…

The article “How To Earn A Risk-Free 4% Annual Return” was originally published on MoneySense on July 3, 2018. This reader doesn’t want to put her capital at risk. But there may be a few things she hasn’t considered. Q: I am a widow with $300,000. How realistic is it for…

The article “Can You Inherit A TFSA Tax-Free?” was originally published on MoneySense on June 27, 2018. Linda wants to know if there are any tax or probate fee implications when you inherit a TFSA Q: Is the money from a TFSA tax free as an inheritance? Any probate taxes? —Linda…

The article “Can You Get Survivor Benefits From An Ex-Spouse?” was originally published on MoneySense on June 19, 2018. That may depend on whether you’re separated or divorced Q: Your article prompted me to think about my pension lost to my ex-wife, whom I very recently learned has died in Manitoba,…

The article “How Cottage Renos Can Reduce Your Capital Gains” was originally published on MoneySense on June 12, 2018. Phylis and her son own a cottage together. She wants to understand the future tax and estate planning implications. Q: My son and I have purchased property and built a cottage. I…

The article “What To Do When Your Withholding Tax Is Too Low” was originally published on MoneySense on June 5, 2018. Kersten is worried she’ll have a big tax liability next spring Q: I retired at 55 and I am collecting my full teaching pension. I have recently accepted a full…

The article “Investment Fees You Can And Can’t Claim On Your Tax Return” was originally published on MoneySense on May 29, 2018. Patti pays fees for financial advice related to her investments and wonders if those fees are tax deductible Q: I’d like to ask a question about financial advice and…