What to Do With a Tax Refund
In the midst of a pandemic is definitely not the time to blow the whole thing on something frivolous By…
Rights & Money
Taxing Home Sales Would Harm Retirees
Charging capital gains tax on the sale of a home would mean a lot of people losing a lot of their retirement savings By Caitlin Finlay The principal residence exemption means you don’t have to pay tax on the…
Probate Fees Vary Across Canada
In some provinces, there are no fees; in others, they can be significant By Olev Edur Probate is a…
Is Collectible Treasure Hidden in Your House?
These video games and consoles can be worth a pretty penny By Caitlin Finlay If you have old video…
Before You Tie the Knot Again…
Here’s what you need to know about the financial implications of remarrying By Olev Edur It’s a sign of the…
A Handwritten Will Is Legal—Sometimes
A handwritten will is perfectly acceptable, but it helps to know under what conditions A popular regular feature in Good…
Fine-Tune Your Portfolio for Retirement
Retirement involves a lot more than simply collecting a pension By Olev Edur So, you’re thinking about retirement. Congratulations—but…
Marital Breakdown and Pensions
When it comes to who gets what, the rules governing almost all pensions are decided by the provinces A popular regular feature…
Inside Credit-Card Reward Programs
Switching credit cards might earn you more rewards, but make sure you know what you’re signing up for By Lola…
Some Government Benefits Are Calculated Automatically
You can apply for benefits early if times are hard By Olev Edur In the regular feature “Your Questions,”…
