No. 145Moving to the U.S.? How to Access Your Locked-In RRSPFor Canadians who move to the United States, a common concern is what can be done with a locked-in RRSP—often called a Locked‑In Retirement Account (LIRA). These accounts…
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Page 13No. 145Moving to the U.S.? How to Access Your Locked-In RRSPFor Canadians who move to the United States, a common concern is what can be done with a locked-in RRSP—often called a Locked‑In Retirement Account (LIRA). These accounts…
No. 146Pay Off a Personal Loan Early? Pros, Costs and How to DecideWith bonus and tax-refund season approaching, many people face the same question: is it worth using a lump sum to pay down your personal loan, or would that…
No. 147Should You Claim Capital Cost Allowance on Your Rental Property?Rental property owners must report annual rental income and expenses on their tax returns, and they should also track the adjusted cost base (ACB) of the property. The…
No. 148How to Claim the Canada Caregiver Amount for InfirmityEach tax year, both professional preparers and individuals filing their own returns face decisions about claiming credits for family members whose health has changed. Beyond the Spousal Amount,…
No. 149Canadian Natural Boosts Quarterly Dividend After Q4 Profit SurgeHere’s a round-up of news for Canadian investors this week. Canadian Natural Resources Pet Valu George Weston Canada Packers Featured RRSP Accounts featured EQ Bank Build your retirement…
No. 150Tax Breaks Parents Can Claim This Tax SeasonRaising a family is expensive, but the annual tax season can provide meaningful relief for many parents. Tax credits and deductions can lower your overall tax bill and…
No. 151Canadian Used Car Market: Trends, Insurance and Ownership CostsIf you’ve been tracking used car prices over the last year, you’re likely wondering whether they will keep rising. Before you decide to trade in your vehicle or…
No. 152When Will the Bitcoin Bear Market End? What to WatchWelcome to the Canadian Crypto Observer. Financial journalist and author Aditya Nain provides timely analysis of market-moving headlines to help Canadian investors navigate the cryptocurrency landscape. When the…
No. 153Cryptocurrency Taxes in Canada: Reporting, Capital Gains and GSTA friend at the gym asked whether his cryptocurrency winnings from investments in Europe were taxable in Canada. It was a once-in-a-lifetime sum and not his main income.…
No. 154How Parents Can Help Kids Buy Their First HomeWith housing costs near record highs, many young adults worry that buying a home is out of reach. Yet with careful planning, education, and creative approaches, purchasing a…
No. 155Spot Illiquid ETFs Before You InvestToday I want to address a recurring question readers raise: how liquid are exchange-traded funds (ETFs)? More specifically, many investors worry when an ETF appears to trade only…
No. 156Canada’s Banks Q1 Earnings Jump: What Investors Should KnowHere’s a round-up of this week’s key results from major Canadian banks and financial firms, compiled to help investors compare earnings, revenue and analyst expectations. Scotiabank EQB National…
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