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Treasuries, sentiment, and earnings: What investors need to watch

Treasuries, sentiment, and earnings: What investors need to watch

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How to regain control during high-stress financial and life events

How to regain control during high-stress financial and life events

Emotional well-being plays a vital role for managing uncertainty. Simple routines such as exercising or practising mindfulness help manage stress and foster clearer decision-making. Start small, focus on what you can control and prepare for what you can’t. Financial resilience takes time, but every step forward counts.
When should I start saving for retirement?

When should I start saving for retirement?

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Bank of Canada warns inflation may linger after rate hold

Bank of Canada warns inflation may linger after rate hold

Bank of Canada warns inflation may linger after rate hold
So long early retirement, for most Canadians the golden years now start after 65

So long early retirement, for most Canadians the golden years now start after 65

The study, which interviewed 2,000 Canadian over the age of 45, found that the average age of retirement in Canada has risen from 61 in 2005 to 65 in 2025. And that age may continue to increase, with 46 per cent of pre-retirees considering postponing their retirement due to the rising cost of living.
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Script: How much life insurance is the right amount? Simply put, the amount of life insurance you need depends on your unique situation. A good place to start is to figure out how much life insurance you may need… how long you need it for… and what kind might be right for you. Let’s look at an example: Jackie is 33 years old… and has two kids. She has four goals for her life insurance: Leave money to her family to pay off her mortgage. Top up her kids’ registered education savings plans. Pay off her student loans. And, replace her income for 10 years. Based on these goals, Jackie is looking at a 1-million-dollar life insurance policy. If she died, her family could choose to use the insurance payout to: Put 300-thousand dollars toward the mortgage. Add 60-thousand dollars to the kids’ RESPs. Pay off her 40-thousand-dollar student loan. And… cover the family’s ongoing costs with the remaining 600-thousand dollars. How much do life insurance payments cost per month? In Jackie’s case, a 1-million-dollar, 30-year term policy for a non-smoking, 33-year-old woman… could cost about 80-dollars per month. For a man of the same age, it’s closer to 110-dollars per month. How long do you need your coverage to last? For a younger person… or a couple with debt and a mortgage, a 30-year policy or longer may be suitable. For someone in their forties… with little debt and a small mortgage… a 20-year policy might be the right fit. What are your options? Your employer may offer life insurance through your employee benefits. But… it may not be enough. And you can lose that coverage if you change employers. You may want to consider more life insurance. In which case, you have two types to choose from: Term life insurance. And… permanent life insurance. Any amount of life insurance can help give your loved ones some financial security when you die. Your unique situation will inform the amount and type of insurance you need. For more tips and tools, visit sunlife.ca.
Statistics Canada reports household debt-to-income ratio ticked higher in Q1

Statistics Canada reports household debt-to-income ratio ticked higher in Q1

Statistics Canada says the amount Canadians owe relative to their income ticked higher in the first quarter as debt grew faster than income.
The Parts Of Long-Term Financial Planning That Everyone Should Know

The Parts Of Long-Term Financial Planning That Everyone Should Know

As financial markets become more volatile, it's important to have these six components in place for a financially secure retirement.
How should Ramona invest a critical illness insurance payout of $300,000?

How should Ramona invest a critical illness insurance payout of $300,000?

How should Ramona invest a critical illness insurance payout of $300,000?
Tax-saving ideas for retired couples in Canada

Tax-saving ideas for retired couples in Canada

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US stocks bear brunt of global economic uncertainty

US stocks bear brunt of global economic uncertainty

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How cryptocurrencies work and  what investors need to know

How cryptocurrencies work and what investors need to know

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Put your cash to work with short-term fixed income ETFs

Put your cash to work with short-term fixed income ETFs

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Should you buy a house during a recession? The pros and cons of making a home purchase in shaky economic times

Should you buy a house during a recession? The pros and cons of making a home purchase in shaky economic times

While prices and buyer competition have declined — offering the perfect opportunity for purchasers ready to enter the market — it’s brought on by Canadian consumer confidence taking a hit, with economists warning of a modest recession given the current trade uncertainty with the U.S.
More than half of Canadians expect to care for aging parents, but most are not prepared

More than half of Canadians expect to care for aging parents, but most are not prepared

More than half of Canadians expect to care for aging parents, but most are not prepared. The costs of caregiving – such as day-to-day expenses, healthcare, long-term care, in-home care, and home upkeep - can add significant burden to finances with most poll participants reporting at least $5,800 in out of pocket expenses annually, but as much as $25,000 for some.
Bank of Canada holds interest rate at 2.75% again as 'uncertainty remains high'

Bank of Canada holds interest rate at 2.75% again as 'uncertainty remains high'

Bank of Canada holds interest rate at 2.75% again as 'uncertainty remains high'
Balancing home-buying dreams with financial realities

Balancing home-buying dreams with financial realities

One of the first thing Rampersad does when she works with a client looking to purchase their first home is help them register a First Home Savings Account (FHSA), which allows clients to reduce their taxation on their first home purchase.
58% of Ontario workers say retirement planning includes considering physical, mental health: survey

58% of Ontario workers say retirement planning includes considering physical, mental health: survey

More than half (58 per cent) of Ontario employees say retirement planning should go beyond financial wellness and encompass physical and mental health and social connections, according to a new survey by the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System.
Ways to give money to grandchildren who have maxed out their RESPs

Ways to give money to grandchildren who have maxed out their RESPs

Ways to give money to grandchildren who have maxed out their RESPs

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