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FP Answers: What are some odd clauses that people put in their wills? Are they enforceable?
Gifts of personal property can be emotionally priceless, but costly to handle if courts must rule on legal issues.
Seven taxes on investments you need to know about
Make the most out of your investments by understanding how taxes affect them. Learn more in this article and reach out to me if you'd like to discuss your portfolio.
Kick back this summer but keep an eye on your investments - BNN Bloomberg
While you’re relaxing at the cottage, by the pool, or somewhere more exotic, there are some storm clouds in the distance this year that could shock your investment portfolio.
Retirement savings calculator
Sun Life can help you build and protect your savings with investment products, life insurance, health insurance, and financial advice.
FHSA: Tax-Free First Home Savings Account
Sun Life can help you build and protect your savings with investment products, life insurance, health insurance, and financial advice.
Net worth calculator
What’s your net worth? It’s the total value of everything you own, minus your liabilities (debts). Use this net worth calculator to see how your net worth...
Critical illness insurance calculator
Sun Life can help you build and protect your savings with investment products, life insurance, health insurance, and financial advice.
How to keep more of your retirement income and pay less tax
Want to turn your savings into as much retirement income as you can? Try looking at your retirement income through a tax lens.
Do you need life insurance if you’re wealthy?
Do you have a high-net worth? Find out how you can use life insurance to help grow and protect your finances....
Dollar-cost averaging: Making investing automatic
Dollar-cost averaging has 2 advantages: It turns saving into a habit and it keeps you from trying to time the market.
Health insurance in retirement: How to pay for your health costs
Don't let health care costs change your retirement plans. Here's how you can plan for health insurance in retirement. Visit sunlife.ca to learn more.
Inflation: What it means and how to protect yourself
Inflation is rising in Canada. What does this mean? And how will it impact your savings and retirement? Learn more in this article....
5 RRSP Mistakes To Avoid
We asked a certified financial planner to reveal the most common RRSP mistakes he sees – and to suggest simple tips to help steer clear of them....
5 parenting tips for blended families | Sun Life Canada
Many Canadians are struggling as the cost-of-living continues to increase. If you’re worried about your finances, I’m here to help. Check out this article that outlines how to save money even in times of uncertainty.
Tax numbers for 2024 are in and inflation has pushed them substantially higher
Inflation is still running high, so most of the important tax figures have been substantially increased for 2024. Read on for the details.
Posthaste: Canada's mortgage crunch is already hitting the economy — and it's going to get worse
As the Bank of Canada has raised rates, Canadians with mortgages are spending less in $6 billion hit to economy, says study. Read...
Budget calculator
Do you know what goes into a #budget?
Include basic living expenses like:
✔️Housing
✔️Food
✔️Transportation
✔️Clothing
Put aside spending money, but don’t include expenses like:
❌dining out,
❌weekend trips,
❌or leisure and hobbies
Looking for a tool to help you get your spending on track? Check out Sun Life's budget calculator.
Include basic living expenses like:
✔️Housing
✔️Food
✔️Transportation
✔️Clothing
Put aside spending money, but don’t include expenses like:
❌dining out,
❌weekend trips,
❌or leisure and hobbies
Looking for a tool to help you get your spending on track? Check out Sun Life's budget calculator.
3 reasons to get life insurance in your 20s or 30s
Did you know the younger and healthier you are, the more likely you’ll have lower monthly premiums on life insurance? Let’s set up a video chat to discuss what life insurance might be right for you.
10 steps to buying a house in Canada
🏡 Thinking about buying real estate? This article outlines the 10 steps you need to know before you start house hunting.
RRIF: Registered Retirement Income Fund
💡 Do you know the difference between an RRSP and an RRIF? With an RRSP, you save for retirement and with an RRIF you take income for retirement. Learn more about RRIFs here!
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