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The TFSA – Tax Free Savings Account – Let’s Do It Right
The TFSA - Lets Do It Right
Thoughts on Economic Recovery
Currently, there are various predictions in the press about how robust the recovery is, and how well it’s expected to continue. … Let’s look at that.
Old Age Security gets a Facelift
Get ready for an OAS index adjustment, a one-time payment for “older” seniors and an extra 10% for seniors over 75
Travel Insurance INSIDE CANADA
If you’ll be travelling across Canada to visit family and friends this travel season, be sure you don’t leave home without travel insurance!
Old Age Security – Improvements for Seniors!
Get ready for an OAS index adjustment, a one-time payment for “older” seniors and an extra 10% for seniors over 75
Travel Insurance for Travel Inside Canada
Buying Travel Insurance for travelling in Canada may be a good idea, and it’s not that expensive either.
RSP or TFSA – Which is Best
There is often uncertainty in choosing between an RSP or a TFSA. Which is best? This article provides some of the answers. Your advisor at Architype may be able to help further.
Recent “State of the Markets” newsletter
A Warning about Possible Market Excess
A portfolio manager has taken aim at the “perma-bulls” he believes swarm the financial services industry and warned that 2021 could be … worse than 2020 for capital markets.
Transferring a 401(k) or IRA to Canada
This article focuses on issues and strategies for Canadian residents who aren’t U.S. citizens, green-card holders or otherwise considered U.S. persons for U.S. tax purposes. Should they transfer their U.S.-based retirement plans …
TAX PLANNING in a Unique Year
Many Canadians experienced income changes this year … in some cases, clients who typically receive refunds may owe tax.
Mental Health Concerns for our Employees in a Covid Environment
60% of Canadians with mental-health concerns not using workplace support tools