by TallKirk | Dec 7, 2022 | Goal Setting & Planning, Quick Reads
One of the big reasons people don’t get help with their finances is that they build it up in their heads. They think they need to have all their paperwork organized, their notice of assessment, their last pay stub, their bank statements, their current investment...
by TallKirk | Dec 3, 2022 | Mortgage, Quick Reads
In theory, owning your home isn’t always better than renting. It’s always worth running the numbers with your financial situation and local rents and real estate prices in mind. But there are a bunch of practical reasons why owning your home is almost always a good...
by TallKirk | Nov 30, 2022 | Investments, Quick Reads
You never need to use a TFSA calculator to figure out how much room you have to contribute. Just go to your CRA account and you’ll see your limit for this calendar year at the bottom. The only thing to note is that it won’t include any deposits or withdrawals you’ve...
by TallKirk | Nov 27, 2022 | Goal Setting & Planning, Quick Reads
This has been a tough financial year for a lot of people. Rising gas and food prices. Rising interest rates and mortgage payments. A poorly performing stock market. There’s been a lot of bad news. But the toughest part for most people is having to adjust their...
by TallKirk | Nov 24, 2022 | Insurance, Quick Reads
People often wonder about why or whether they should bother to get life insurance for their kids. Let’s talk about two reasons why, and then tackle whether it makes sense for you. The first reason is to guarantee their insurability later in life without the need for...
