Rights & Money

How Good is That Guarantee?

The law provides safeguards, but most consumers don't know it By Olev Edur   What help can you expect if you buy something and it falls apart or doesn’t work properly? Did you know that you might have warranty protection…

RRSPs and Inherited Money

Why would you put tax-free money into an RRSP if it’ll become taxable when you eventually withdraw it? Read on….…

Get Better Cell Reception

These tips can help you avoid dead zones in your home By Matt Smith Cellphones have all but replaced their…

How Pension Sharing Works

Canada/Quebec Pension Plan benefits aren’t eligible for pension splitting, but you’re allowed to “share” your CPP/QPP pension with your spouse.…

The Mortgage You Never Renew

For someone planning retirement, a mortgage that doesn’t require you to re-apply can make a lot of difference By Olev…

Free Seeds? Don’t Plant Them!

People have been receiving deliveries of mysterious seeds they didn’t order By Caitlin Finlay   Reports of seeds being delivered…

The RRSP/GIS Trap

If you’ll be eligible for the Guaranteed Income Supplement benefits, an RRSP is going to be a problem   In…