This is a question that most people consider before spending money on a purchase such as buying groceries, a vehicle or even shoes. Surprisingly, this is a question that many seldom think about when considering one of the most expensive...
The real estate market typically heats up during the spring months. In the past, this means more buyers are looking to purchase properties. But wait a minute! Everyone’s situation is unique. Not all homeowners or home buyers pick the spring...
The “Golden Years” are how my parents referred to their retirement years. There comes a time in life when we all should be thinking about our future. You might be in the same situation. So often it is family members,...
Seniors: We’ve got tips to help you this tax season!
As a senior, here are some of the most common things that you could claim on your income tax and benefit return at tax time:
Pension income splitting – As a pensioner,...There are many facts of life that are unpleasant.
Every year you’re going to have to pay taxes. You’re probably not going to win the lottery. And sometimes — sometimes more often than not — people who were once in love...
Love may be in the air in February but so too is, unfortunately, potential danger.
In 2021, Better Business Bureaus (BBBs) across North America received 276 reports of romance scams. One romance scam in the Calgary area (not a senior) resulted...
For many, the new year is a time for personal reflection and goal setting. These goals or resolutions could be to hit the gym more frequently or even read a new book every month. While these are admirable activities, the...
In today’s increasingly connected online world, many Canadians turn to social media to chat with family members, and friends, and to meet new acquaintances or love interests. Sadly, fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated in targeting Canadians who use social media...
Investing is rife with choices, and sometimes to avoid the uncomfortable feeling of being overwhelmed, we choose the path of least resistance or go with our gut feeling; we rely on biases or mental shortcuts to guide our decision-making. Further,...
Investing today has never been more accessible. With the advent of electronic trading platforms in 1992, the proliferation of internet accessibility in the mid-to-late 90s and the growing adoption of mobile devices in the early 2000s, investors now have access...
