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Dividend yield is a key metric for income-focused investors, but before we dive into how it’s calculated and why it matters, let’s start with the basics. What Are Dividends? Dividends are payments made by a company to its shareholders, typically from profits. Think of it as a thank-you for investing in the business. These payments usually come in the form of cash

Successful investing isn’t about predicting market highs and lows, it’s about how you respond to them. The ability to manage market volatility isn’t something you’re born with; it’s a skill that is developed over time. Your past investment experiences, both positive and negative, help shape how you respond to market fluctuations today. One of the first things we ask new clients about

When it comes to managing your wealth, fragmentation can be costly. Indeed, this article is inspired by a story that has developed over the years and came to a head today. Many investors hold accounts across multiple institutions, an RRSP here, a TFSA there, and maybe a non-registered account somewhere else, maybe even at a discount brokerage, for fun…. While this seems

Rebalancing is a key part of maintaining a healthy investment portfolio, but it’s often misunderstood. Many investors think it simply means selling off high-performing stocks and reallocating proceeds to those that have underperformed. While that’s part of it, effective rebalancing is so much more as we will show you below. Looking Beyond Individual Positions At its core, rebalancing helps reduce concentration risk,

Many Canadians gravitate toward TFSAs for their tax-free returns, but RRSPs offer compelling benefits that are often overlooked. In fact, if you play your cards right, an RRSP can match or even outperform a TFSA. Let’s break this down: RRSPs let you contribute using pre-tax dollars. So, imagine you earn $10,000 and sit in a 50% tax bracket. That means you’d owe

When setting up a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) or Registered Retirement Income Fund (RIF), one important decision is choosing between a successor holder and a beneficiary. While both allow assets to be passed on, there are key differences in how they work, especially for spouses and common-law partners. What is a Successor Holder? A successor holder is only available for spouses or