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Life Insurance

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Do you need mortgage life insurance?

Mortgage protection can be a good idea, if for instance you have a condition or illness that might make...

Do you need mortgage life insurance?
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Critical illness insurance: Is it worth it?

A guide to critical illness insurance—why many Canadians are looking into this kind of insurance policy. Find out what...

Critical illness insurance: Is it worth it?
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What is short-term disability insurance?

Short-term disability insurance briefly provides income if you can’t work due to illness, an accident or hospitalization. But there’s...

What is short-term disability insurance?
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How to avoid probate fees in Canada

Avoiding probate fees in Canada involves implementing strategies such as using beneficiary designations, joint ownership, and establishing trusts to...

How to avoid probate fees in Canada

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The best life insurance in Canada for 2024: Your complete guide

What is life insurance? Do you need it and, if so, what kind? How much will it cost? Find...

The best life insurance in Canada for 2024: Your complete guide
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What is universal life insurance?

Despite its complexities and cost, universal life insurance offers greater flexibility and some tax advantages. Here’s how it works....

What is universal life insurance?
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How to calculate the taxable amount for a cashed-in whole life insurance policy

Is a whole life insurance cash value taxable? Spoiler: Yes. But find out how to calculate the taxable amount....

How to calculate the taxable amount for a cashed-in whole life insurance policy
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How financial and estate planning can reduce money stress for women

Have you talked to your partner and parents about making a will and other end-of-life decisions?

How financial and estate planning can reduce money stress for women

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Tools and habits to stay on track with your money goals

Goal tracking is an important part of proactive financial planning. Here are some tools and habits to try to...

Tools and habits to stay on track with your money goals

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