Upgrading to Windows 11 Pro could renew your older computer

Older machines may require you to purchase a license separately Published Jun 23, 2023  •  Last updated 5 days ago  •  2 minute read Photo by StackCommerce This article was created by StackCommerce. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through our links on this page. Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet,… Continue reading Upgrading to Windows 11 Pro could renew your older computer

Stuck in the middle: Coping with the crushing reality of the sandwich generation

Five tools to manage stress when it hits Published Jul 02, 2023  •  Last updated 4 hours ago  •  5 minute read Caring for aging parents while raising young children is challenging. Photo by Getty Images/iStockphoto There is a perception that my role as an investment and wealth adviser is to focus on “the numbers.” In… Continue reading Stuck in the middle: Coping with the crushing reality of the sandwich generation

FP Answers: What’s the best way to build a down payment for a condo fast?

Review your expenses and see where you can reduce spending to reach your goal sooner Published Jun 30, 2023  •  Last updated 2 days ago  •  4 minute read Apartment buildings in Burnaby, B.C. Photo by Jason Payne/PNG By Julie Cazzin with Janet Gray Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues… Continue reading FP Answers: What’s the best way to build a down payment for a condo fast?

First home savings account rules can get tricky when partners are involved

But if you do qualify contributing to an FHSA is truly without risk Published Jun 29, 2023  •  Last updated 3 days ago  •  4 minute read The FHSA is a new registered plan that gives prospective homebuyers the ability to save on a tax-free basis towards the purchase of a first home in Canada. Photo… Continue reading First home savings account rules can get tricky when partners are involved

Canadians’ household debt is high, but risk of major shock is low: economists

Canada has highest level of household debt in G7 Author of the article: The Canadian Press Rosa Saba Published Jun 28, 2023  •  Last updated 4 days ago  •  4 minute read While more Canadians will fall behind on debt payments, most households will manage, economists say. Photo by Ryan Remiorz/The Canadian Press files TORONTO —… Continue reading Canadians’ household debt is high, but risk of major shock is low: economists

3 pitfalls to avoid when trying to improve your credit score

Don’t pay someone to do what you can do for free Published Jun 28, 2023  •  Last updated 4 days ago  •  4 minute read Focus on improving how you manage the credit you already have to improve your credit score. Photo by Getty Images/iStockphoto files If I had to pick one underlying reason why consumers… Continue reading 3 pitfalls to avoid when trying to improve your credit score

Immigrants needed as baby boomers retire

Watch: Deloitte Canada’s Dawn Desjardins on how immigration is positive for the economy Published Jun 25, 2023  •  Last updated 1 day ago  •  < 1 minute read Canada continues to see a steady influx of immigrations to the country. Photo by Getty Images/iStockphoto Dawn Desjardins, chief economist at Deloitte Canada, speaks with the Financial Post’s… Continue reading Immigrants needed as baby boomers retire

Posthaste: Retirement crisis brewing as baby boomers near end of working lives with little, if any, savings

Close to half of those aged 55 to 64 only have $5,000 or less put aside for retirement, HOOPP survey says Published Jun 21, 2023  •  Last updated 5 days ago  •  5 minute read One in five Canadians aged 55 to 64 haven’t saved for retirement, while close to half only have $5,000 or less… Continue reading Posthaste: Retirement crisis brewing as baby boomers near end of working lives with little, if any, savings