Financial

I Refuse to Participate in this (or any) Recession

by: Christel Wintels

Over the past few months, we’ve been surrounded by negative reporting about our economic situation. And not only our own economy, but the economic crises that seem to be facing almost every country around the world. Job layoffs, bailout packages,...

Insurance Certificates - What they are and who requests them?

by: Darlene Diplock

Insurance Certificates – what are they and who requests them? During the course of your business, your clients may request certificates of Insurance. You may also need to request certificates of insurance from your suppliers. Certificates are...

Should I pay down my mortgage or invest in an RRSP?

by: © Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada, 2010.

Perhaps you received a large bonus, won a lottery, or your savings efforts have paid off. Whatever the case may be, you suddenly find yourself with some extra money. Is it smarter to pay down your mortgage or contribute to your RRSP? There is no...

How to Avoid Five Financial Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make

by: K. MacKillop

Business startups are all about the bottom line -- profitability is the standard by which success is measured. For many first-time entrepreneurs, "profitability" is an elusive concept. At its base, it makes perfect sense -- bring in more cash than you spend, and the business will be profitable. At its core, however, there are numerous factors that keep a viable idea from ever actually turning a profit.

Are You Protecting Yourself Against Identity Theft?

by: Natalie Jamison, Women & Wealth advisor at RBC Dominion Securities

Are You Protecting Yourself Against Identity Theft? Ten tips that will help you better safeguard your information Most of us take some measures to protect our personal information from identity theft and fraud, but as fraudsters become more...