Inflation Rates Aren’t As Bad As They Seem
Inflation targeting has been the cornerstone of monetary policy in Canada since 1991. The Bank of Canada aims to keep inflation rates at the 2 per cent target, the midpoint of the 1 to 3 per cent inflation-control target range.
Read MoreTax Refunds Are A Bad Thing
Why are hardworking people so willing to give the government an interest-free loan just to get a refund at tax filing time?
Read MoreDefined Benefit Plan
The defined benefit plan (commonly referred to as a “gold-plated pension”) has been on the decline over the last two decades, but it still represents a fairly large sample of the Canadian work force.
Read MoreIt’s Tax Time!
Many of us use tax preparation software such as TurboTax (formerly Quick Tax) that are interactive and easy to follow and use.
Read MoreHow To Invest Your Money: Part Four – Building Your Portfolio
This is the final part of a four part series on how to invest your money. The main focus of this series of articles is to discuss the psychology of investing, how to get started, finding your strategy, and building your portfolio.
Read MoreWealth Based vs. Income Based Portfolios
There are a lot of differing opinions about how to construct a long term investment plan – some go for a fixed total amount, others want sufficient income for financial independence that will not reduce their capital.
Read MoreSocial Media: The Next Bubble?
Investors who get the chance will flock to this latest fad hoping to cash in on the social media boom. But is this just a giant bust waiting to happen?
Read MoreCredit Report Scoring
By law everyone is allowed a free copy of their credit report once a year from Equifax.ca or TransUnion.ca, unfortunately these companies charge extra to get the credit score
Read MoreHow To Invest Your Money: Part Three – Finding Your Strategy
This is part three of a four part series on how to invest your money. The main focus of this series of articles is to discuss the psychology of investing, how to get started, finding your strategy, and building your portfolio.
Read MoreSenior Care
I’ve found that there are several different types of senior care facilities depending on what is required.
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