Archive for February 2018
Worst Day Ever?
Will Monday February 5th go down as the worst day ever for stocks? On this day the Dow Jones industrial average lost more than 1,175 points – the worst single-day point drop in its history. But was it really the worst day ever? Investors need some context. The 1,175 point drop was indeed the biggest…
Read MoreWeekend Reading: Frustrating Financial Beliefs Edition
It’s RRSP season, a time to consider topping up your contributions to build your nest egg and reduce your taxes owning for 2017. RRSPs are a useful tax-planning tool and one of the most effective ways to save for retirement. But some retirees don’t see it that way now that they’re in the withdrawal phase…
Read MoreFebruary Is A Good Month To Do These Things
February is a busy month for your personal finances. You start to think about taxes, RRSP contributions, and making good on those January resolutions. Here are a few items to consider this month. February is a good month to… 1. Get prepared for tax season You should be starting to receive your T-slips this month.…
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