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Protect yourself from telemarketing scams
March 16, 2010
It’s dinnertime. Your phone rings. The caller congratulates you on having won a dream vacation. But you never entered a contest.
Believe it or not, Canada Revenue Agency is there to help
March 16, 2010
As April 30 looms, temblors of fear roll from sea to sea. It’s income tax anxiety and, unfortunately, it often stops us from taking advantage of some of the best help available — the people who...
Tax losses can reduce this year’s bill, recoup from last 3 years
March 16, 2010
Total losses exceed $100,000. If I understand the rules, I can deduct a capital loss to reduce other capital gains. Are there limits to the loss and for how many years?
Today's investor faces many challenges
March 16, 2010
Today’s investor faces many challenges. Gone are the days of studying an investment and if its fundamentals look good, you make the buy. It’s just not that simple anymore.
Lines of credit a good option for renos, investments: Experts
March 10, 2010
Are you considering making a large purchase, perhaps a house or a car, but already have a large balance on your credit card?
Prepare early to conquer your mortgage later
March 10, 2010
Your first mortgage can be a scary thing, but if you plan ahead and stay committed, you can conquer it.
What's behind the latest market rebound?
March 09, 2010
North American stock markets have re-initiated their upward trend.
Seizing your tax power
March 09, 2010
When I filled out my first tax return (too many years ago to state the number in a national column!), most Canadians did their own taxes — on paper.
Not everyone has to file a return
March 09, 2010
Should I pay the cost of filing a tax return or not file? Am I required to file a tax return?
One more reason to hate spam
March 09, 2010
We’ve all received a forwarded email from a friend, containing a humorous or feel-good message, that asks us to pass it along to 10 others with the promise that “something good will happen.”
Six ways to protect yourself from fraud
March 02, 2010
March is Fraud Prevention Month, a campaign organized by the Competition Bureau of Canada to arm Canadians with tips and information on how to protect themselves against all types of fraud.
What makes us comfortable isn't always best for the future
March 02, 2010
The RRSP season has now come to an end. The usual last minute RRSP contributors were able to make their final contributions yesterday to obtain tax receipts for the 2009 tax year.
Surviving the shift to self-employment
March 02, 2010
No more pencils, no more books, no more bosses’ dirty looks. You’re free! Self-employed. Out of the rat race.
Digging up tax deductions
March 02, 2010
Year after year, I seem to be paying more income taxes. I speak to colleagues, they claim expenses and they always receive larger tax refunds. I earn six figures for a large IT company. Is my tax...
Tax-Free Savings Accounts another great tax tool, experts say
February 24, 2010
The annual RRSP deadline also comes with lots of questions.
Don't make costly mistakes in the RRSP rush
February 24, 2010
The March 1 RRSP contribution deadline is almost upon us, and if you’ve procrastinated this far, you’re probably sweating a bit.
Missed the RRSP deadline? Start planning ahead for next year
February 24, 2010
Going to miss the March 1 RRSP contribution deadline or simply didn’t save as much as you wanted this year? Don’t lose hope — you can come out swinging in 2010 if you plan ahead.
How to pick the best investments for your needs
February 24, 2010
This RRSP season, will you choose an actively managed mutual fund, an index fund, or an exchange-traded fund?
Learning to live with new mortgage rules
February 23, 2010
Run, run for your life! Straight to the bank. Quick, get that mortgage pre-approval.
Selling off shares to make RRSP contributions
February 23, 2010
Fortunately, bank and financial institution ads help us not forget March 1, 2010 is the RRSP contribution deadline for a 2009 tax deduction.
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