Tax Season

Families

TAX SEASON 7 important tax credits for Canadian families Includes child care deduction, children's fitness and arts credits

RDSPs 8 must-know facts about investing plans for the disabled Registered disability savings plans underused but can offer big returns

Income Splitting 6 ways income splitting could cut your tax bill Income splitting isn't just for senior citizens

HEALTHY TAX TIPS Medical expenses that you can claim on your tax return Health-related tax credits that will put money in your pocket

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Retirement and Tax Planning

Instant tax refund They speed up cash flow, but be aware of steep costs A bit of patience can keep a lot of money in your pocket

Taxes 7 tax changes that could save money on your 2011 return Don't get caught by tax changes

Retirement savings A by-the-numbers breakdown of how much Canadians save Only 26 per cent of those eligible contributed to an RRSP in 2010

Canada Pension From Tootsie Rolls to tobacco: What's in your CPP fund Plan has wild array of investments

Tax load Analysis: Is Tax Freedom Day a 'flawed' concept? Critics take issue with the Fraser Institute's methodology

Financial planning Need financial advice? It pays to ask the right questions Know who you're dealing with and how they get paid, experts advise

Flat tax debate Arguments for and against a single rate Proponents say it will spur growth, critics say it's a boon for the rich

Income tax Tax simplification sounds easy, but it's no easy process Hard to eliminate targeted credits, provisions aimed at ensuring compliance

CAPITAL GAINS Canada's out-of-favour tax break The vast majority of Canadians invest with RRSPs and TFSAs, experts say

Old Age Security Budget makes late retirement the new normal An interview with Carleton University economics professor Frances Woolley

Pensions 6 big Canada Pension Plan changes for 2012 New rules could affect retirement planning

TFSAs Tax-free savings accounts give RRSPs a run for your money For many earners, TFSAs are a better bet for retirement than an RRSP

New Canadians Six investing tips for newcomers to Canada Immigrants need to understand idiosyncrasies of Canadian financial system

Investing Rebalancing your retirement portfolio How and when to do it

Rates of return Assessing how your investment portfolio is really doing Quarterly statements rarely reveal the whole truth

Maturing your RRSP Options for winding up your retirement savings plan Getting it wrong can cost you big bucks

HOUSEHOLD DEBT 8 ways to tame your spending From paying your bills on time to getting rid of your credit card

Strategy 8 things to remember about online retirement calculators How to tell the good calculators from the bad ones

RETIREMENT FUNDS Is Old Age Security truly unsustainable?

Single Parents 5 key financial planning tips for single-parent families How to balance saving for a child’s education and your retirement

RETIREMENT FAQ: Canada Pension Plan vs. Old Age Security People often confuse these two retirement programs

Investing Tips 7 books financial gurus say are a must-read Roundup shows turbulence can't derail concern with financial fundamentals

RRSP Guide What you need to know about retirement savings plans What RRSPs are, how they work, and how to make the most of them

Online investing Who is Canada's cheapest discount broker? Increasing pressure is driving down commissions for do-it-yourself investors

Foreign income Tax rules for Canadians abroad What you need to know before working internationally

RDSPs 8 must-know facts about investing plans for the disabled Registered disability savings plans underused but can offer big returns

Taxing the rich Should the wealthiest Canadians pay more? The idea to impose higher taxes has gained steam, but not everyone agrees

HEDGE FUNDS Making sense of this 'alternative' investment As the sector grows, so does the pressure to open it up to retail investors

The Wealthy Barber Video: David Chilton on taking charge of your investments Wealthy Barber author debates investing tips with Lang and O'Leary

ECONOMY Should we be forced to save more? The debate over mandatory retirement savings heats up in Canada

Retirement savings Can pooled pension plans close the retirement income gap? It's unclear whether Canadians will embrace government's new PRPPs

PERSONAL FINANCE Tough markets put new shine on mutual funds Oldies but goodies: Mutual funds in the 21st century

FINANCIAL STRESS Tips to overcome insomnia and money worries

Column Inevitable ignorance vs induced ignorance Learn as much as you can about your portfolio, expert says

FINDING THE CASH Tapped Out? How to find the money for an RRSP contribution Strategies for borrowing: When it does and doesn't make sense

Investing tips Playing seasonal investment trends to your advantage From the pre-holiday rally to the January effect

INVESTING Shariah: Finding harmony between religion and investing Canada's Islamic stock index: Finding harmony between religion and investing

RETIREMENT The risk of a long life How to make sure your money lasts as long as you do

Retirement Canadians not putting aside enough for golden years Retirement savings levels lower than what people will need to live on

INCOME TRUSTS Distributions to dividends The income trust sector has almost vanished, but most of the companies remain

PROFESSIONAL HELP Do you need an adviser? It's possible to look after your own finances. But should you?

Going corporate When is it worthwhile to incorporate? What to consider when deciding to become a corporation

SMALL BUSINESS EI for the self-employed Should you opt in or stay out? Experts say 'do the math'

SMALL BUSINESS Family businesses may be paying EI premiums needlessly You may be entitled to thousands of dollars in premium refunds

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