The Five Insurance Must Haves
Posted on:Insurance is, and has always been, a tool to manage risk. If you cannot afford to 'lose' something, it is best to insure it. As with many other financial situations, there are various solutions designed to protect against financial losses. The five types of insurance everyone should have are: Life Insurance – The primary reason to have life insurance is to replace an income that will be lost on…
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These Financial Mistakes Can Cost You
Posted on:Some financial decisions are made without enough thought given to the long term consequences. TIME – a critical element for any successful long-term financial strategy – can affect different situations quite dramatically. Here are some financial mistakes you should try to avoid: Mortgage amortized too long: With lenders offering 30 year amortization periods, it may look attractive to go with a…
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Personal Finance & Job Transfers
Posted on:These days, having a career presents many more new rewards and challenges than it ever used to. What we used to take for granted – including our work location – can sometimes change dramatically as companies continue to change and adapt to new economic situations. This can be great for a business and its bottom line, but really tough on the employees within it. Because we never know exactly what…
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Maximizing Your Retirement
Posted on:Bob and Lisa are wondering just how their retirement will turn out. After all that's happened over the past few years, their RRSP accounts haven't grown as much as they had expected. Even in the best of times, they weren't saving as much they could have been, at least for all their post-retirement desires. The good news is that this is not a black-and-white topic. If you fail to save as much…
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Make 2024 Your Best Financial Year Yet
Posted on:Many of us reflect on our yearly financial goals as the calendar turns to a New Year. But bringing goals to fruition can't happen without a clear plan of action and determined effort. This is especially true as we continue to live with lingering effects of above-average inflation and the highest interest rates in over 20 years. To help maximize your investment success and end this year on a…
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