Whether you’re making your first contribution or you’re a veteran investor, one question that commonly gets asked is: how do you find a good a financial advisor? If you have any financial knowledge then you should probably manage your money on your own. That being said, it’s definitely worth seeking out an advisor or planner if [...]
Curious about investing but not sure where to start? How about with a robo advisor? Robo advisors are becoming a popular way to invest in Canada thanks to how simple and easy they make the application process. While the simplicity makes robo advisors ideal for beginners, the reliable strategy they use makes them ideal for [...]
One of the most commonly talked about topics in the personal finance world is fees. Most people realize that you're going to pay a fee since you're getting a service, but you may be shocked to find out how much you're paying in fees. Eliminating small daily fees are great for improving our cash flow, [...]
Are you considering using a robo advisor for your investments? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Robo advisors are becoming more and more popular as an investment option for Canadians who are looking for an easier and more laid back approach to their investments. With low management fees, trustworthy experts behind the companies, and a strong [...]
**This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of BMO. All opinions are my own. Every year, you have until the 60th day of the year to make a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) contribution. In other words, if you want to claim that contribution to your previous year’s tax return, you better [...]
You've likely noticed by now a ton of ads for RRSPs. This is pretty typical from the banks since the end of February is the deadline for contributions for the previous tax year. This is a great reminder for everyone, but RRSP contributions can be made any time during the year so there's no need [...]
Despite the fact that Tax-Free Savings Accounts turn 10-years old in 2019, only 69 per cent of Canadians say they have a TFSA according to BMO’s Annual TFSA Study. This number is actually up from 56 per cent from the previous year which is a 23 per cent improvement, but’s it’s still too low in [...]
**This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of the Canadian Pension Plan Investment Board. All opinions are my own. I think it’s safe to say that many people freak out when it comes to saving for their retirement. Some people may have not saved anything while others may not think they’re saving [...]
**This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of the Financial Services Commission of Ontario. All opinions are my own. I hate to generalize, but it seems like not many Millennials are saving for retirement. This likely won’t surprise my fellow Millennials since many of us are dealing with student debt, a high [...]
**This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of RBC InvestEase Inc. All opinions are my own and are based on my own research of the subject matter. I’ll be honest, I was terrified of investing in my younger years, but I knew that the earlier I started investing, the more money I [...]
