Life insurance may not be top of mind for many young Canadians, but experts say age shouldn’t be the deciding factor in getting such coverage. According to insurance tech company Zelros, younger people across Canada, the U.S. and Europe are less likely to have life insurancecompared with older generations, with just more than half of […]
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TORONTO – Diamonds may be forever, but most know all it takes is an errant slip or a forgetful wearer for wedding and engagement rings to end up lost for good. Before walking down the aisle, many Canadian couples look into insuring their new rock. “My belief is anything that would be catastrophic to lose […]
Caroline says she’s in a good place financially and has been a diligent saver throughout her life. The 33-year-old public relations employee makes $67,000 a year, is debt free and has put away a decent amount over the last decade. But she doesn’t know where to go from here and where to invest her money. […]
It is a very good idea to make New Year’s resolutions — the tricky part is sticking to them. Resolutions help to lift our vision and aim for better things. They lift our spirits because thinking about them and how we will accomplish them is an act of self-care. When we see them through — […]
Charitable giving can mean many different things for Canadians, whether it’s supporting organizations through donations or by volunteering time. Often we think of giving as a one-time donation to causes we care about, and at the end of the year many Canadians also donate to take advantage of a tax deduction. But as we enter […]
MONTREAL – Canadians’ budgets are being stretched thin as the cost of living climbs — and to compensate, some are taking on a side hustle. From reselling used items or dog walking to taking shifts driving for delivery services and acting as a brand ambassador, there are plenty of ways to earn some extra cash. […]
Chris Melnyk described the initial onset of inflation on his finances as a challenge. But soon the Whitby, Ont.-based personal trainer was able to adjust his budget to account for the uptick in his expenses, and now he feels less stressed about the coming months. Over the years, Melnyk says he’s learned that instead of […]
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It’s a common question financial advisers get asked: Should I cash in my property to help support my financial needs in retirement? Experts say it all depends on how much you spend and how much you have saved. “It’s a very common question and one I’m seeing daily in my practice,” said Ian Calvert, vice-president […]