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TFSA or RRSP: Why not do both?

There is lots of debate over which is better, the TFSA or RRSP. Both are good and maybe the best strategy is to do both. read more »
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Roth IRA Conversion Rules 2011

The Roth IRA conversion is still in effect for 2011. Here are some important questions about the conversion for 2011 that you should consider for you[...] read more »
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7 IRA Changes That You Must Know for 2011

Changes for the IRA's of 2011. read more »
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Equities: Curb Your Enthusiasm

With the markets up a lot since their March 2009 bottom, two experts add a note of caution, warning that it's too early to sound the all-clear siren[...] read more »
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Cut Your Energy Bills Without Cutting Comfort

As the temperatures drop, it's tempting to crank the thermostat. Instead of racking up high heating bills, real estate expert Ilyce Glink explains h[...] read more »
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How to Help Your Spouse See You As A Financial Equal

Two heads are nearly always better than one, so now is the time to discuss financial equality in your relationship. Here are some tips to help your s[...] read more »
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Getting Paid for Recycling Aluminum Cans

This is the results of my son's efforts to recycling aluminum cans to make some additional money. Included in this post are the actual results of h[...] read more »
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Mortgage Rates Are Low, But Are The Homes Affordable? [Infographic]

Home prices have risen exponentially over the last couple of decades, making homes less affordable than they used to be. Add in some low mortgage ra[...] read more »
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Best Buy is robbing you blind: Monster cables

If you own an HDTV, you probably know that the type of cable connecting your set top box to your TV makes a big difference in quality. But there’s n[...] read more »
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Finance Definitions: Compound Interest

Learn how to make more money from the same amount of money invested. Remember compound interest? Get reacquainted here. read more »
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What Is The Best IRA Investment Now?

Of course there is no single “one size fits all” answer. It depends on your age, ability to withstand risk, financial goals and other considerations[...] read more »
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The Most Expensive Bottle Of Wine Ever Sold. Would You Drink It?

If you were rich, would you consider buying a bottle of wine this expensive? If you did, would you drink it? read more »
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» What Are Car Title Loans?

Tough economic times have people in a financial bind and doing things they haven’t done before.Some people turn to “title loans” to give them a quick[...] read more »
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Fees That May Be Part Of Your 401(k) Plan

A 401(k) plan can be a great retirement investment. But an investor needs to know about the fees that are part of the plan to understand their retur[...] read more »
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Free weekly lunch for life? Creating a Lunch Fund

My goal is to create a way to have stocks dividends to eventually pay for all of the lunches that I eat out with friends at work. See how my experim[...] read more »
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