Philip Porado

Baby boomers have been among Canada’s most efficient savers. They’ve taken solid advantage of RRSPs and corporate pension plans that require contributions from monthly paycheques. In some ways, it seems counterintuitive to look at savings opportunities … Read More

It’s a conundrum. Young people trying to make it on their own face a lot of expenses at a time when they’re not generally earning much. And, yet, the best time to start saving is when … Read More

It’s commonly believed that any investment can be placed within an RRSP. And while it’s true the majority of investments the average person would choose to shelter in a registered account are fine, there are a … Read More

TFSAs are a great savings vehicle, but a couple of quirks make it possible to accidentally over-contribute—a mistake that incurs tax penalties.

Thank goodness for long engagements. They provide couples with enough time to save up the cash needed to cover wedding costs—which, with destination weddings and other lavish options, have been skyrocketing since the early 2000s.

People love to brag about being good negotiators, and won’t hesitate to tell you they’ve never left money on the table. Yet Canadian taxpayers consistently fail to claim deductions that could put money in their pockets.