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4
May

Risk-taking should be no different in investing, life or implementing government policies

There will be some serious and profound long-term implications of implementing policies that don’t consider or factor in risk-taking.

2
May

3 big questions about how the capital gains tax increase affects you

Ottawa says only a small percentage of taxpayers will be subject to the changes. In reality, a much wider spectrum of Canadians will be impacted.

30
Apr

Five tips to avoid psychological investing mistakes.

The central issue that behavioural finance faces is that – at its core – it is asking investors to stop doing things they inherently and instinctively want to do.

27
Apr

FP Answers: Is the 60/40 portfolio no longer viable? If so, what’s the new normal?

These alternative strategies can offer the same diversification.

25
Apr

4 tax-smart investment ideas that pack a punch even with the budget changes

These strategies can help many Canadians save tax every year.

23
Apr

How To Maintain Your Sanity When Managing Change

Change is constant. Mastering change management is key. Here are 5 strategies to manage change effectively and also maintain your sanity in the process.

20
Apr

Top ways to put your tax refund to work for you

Instead of spending it immediately, why not put that money to work?

19
Apr

The Research-Backed Benefits of Daily Rituals

While some may cringe at forced rituals, research shows that personal and team rituals can actually benefit the way we operate. Harvard Business Review explored the ways rituals can set us up for success before work, get us psyched up for important presentations, foster a strong team culture, and help us wind down at the end of the day.

17
Apr

These 5 Questions Will Help You Stick To Your Budget Every Month

Sticking to a budget is easier when you’re asking the right questions.

14
Apr

‘I’ll show you mine if you show me yours’: Why exposing your bank account to your partner makes your relationship stronger

Early conversations around finances key to a relationship’s success, experts say.