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Simplii Financial Review
If you prefer to do all your banking from the comfort of your home and don’t mind not having access to face-to-face help if required,…
Indexed Family Education Fund (RESP) Portfolio Update – 2022 Edition
Welcome to the annual Registered Education Saving Plan (RESP) update where I show transparency on our indexed investment strategy to help pay for our children’s…
My Favorite Free Personal Finance Apps
Readers often ask what my favourite personal finance apps are. It’s not an easy question to answer, as the apps we choose are highly personalized…
Is Hello Fresh Worth It?
Reviewing the Cost of Meal Kits During the Pandemic Over the last few weeks, several of my neighbors have been eyeing my weekly meal kit…
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Home Equity in Retirement – Reverse Mortgages vs HELOCs vs Downsizing
Many retiring Canadians have a huge chunk of their net worth tied up in their housing equity. Deciding whether to tap into that housing equity through…
Best Financial Advisors in Canada
When looking for the best financial advisors in Canada (or best financial planners in Canada) you’re inevitably going to encounter a lot of confusion and…
Best GIC Rates in Canada 2024
The best GIC rates in Canada might be at a peak for the foreseeable future. With the Bank of Canada talking about possibly lowering rates later…
The Best Joint Bank Accounts in Canada
For many years, the best joint bank account in Canada list was dominated by the big banks and Scotiabank’s Tangerine brand. That has all changed now…
48 Best ETFs in Canada – March 2024
Back when I first started writing about personal finance back in 2005, the Best ETFs in Canada ranking was a pretty short list! There was…
EQ Bank Review 2024
EQ Bank Account Options and Interest Rates Account Type Interest Rate Best For Daily High Interest Account 2.50%* (Plus 1.50% if you direct deposit your…
Investing In Canadian Wide Moat Stocks
I am a cautious investor given that I am in the semi-retirement stage. While I would acknowledge that growth is important for a retiree or…
Is National Bank Stock a Good Buy Right Now?
National Bank of Canada has demonstrated its resilience in the face of market challenges, standing out as a great investment opportunity in the coming years.…
Is BCE Stock a Good Buy Right Now?
If you’re considering investing in BCE stock in 2024, evaluating the company’s performance, dividend growth, and the latest developments in the telecommunications industry can help…
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