In a typical estate plan, each spouse leaves their assets to the other. When the second spouse passes away, assets are distributed to the children. However, an
The Bank of Canada’s interest rate cut in June was slight, yet significant. It was the first rate reduction in more than four years and a signal of cuts to
Relationships depend on trust, and yet research consistently shows that couples aren’t always completely open with each other about their finances. For example
A wealth plan identifies your life goals and provides you with a personalized wealth management strategy to meet your financial milestones and achieve each
In the early months of 2020, the coronavirus outbreak led to a sudden market meltdown—only to be followed by a surprisingly quick recovery by the summer. Not
The day may come when your parents find it more difficult to take care of their financial matters. Your help can make a difference, whether it’s in the form of
It’s called the retirement risk zone—the period of several years before your retirement date and the initial years of your retirement. The risk is a severe
Loyalty programs
Each loyalty program has its own rules about whether points can be transferred to a beneficiary, so check your programs’ policies. When
Months after the federal government launched the First Home Savings Account (FHSA), more than 20 financial institutions are offering FHSAs, and Canadians are
When you raise a child or help support a dependent family member, you’re sure to face extra costs. Here are some common family and caregiving situations and
According to Statistics Canada, the number of Canadians living alone has reached a record high. In fact, the one-person household is the most common household
The first things that come to mind when you think of estate planning might be your will, beneficiaries and executor or estate administrator. However, another