Christopher Liew: What the average Canadian retiree actually lives on
Personal finance contributor Christopher Liew explains what a typical Canadian retiree’s income looks like today, where it goes, and what to do if your own picture looks thin.
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RBC report says more than half of parents helping adult children financially, including with groceries and rent
A new report by RBC says just over half of Canadian parents with adult children say they are still helping them out financially with expenses including groceries and rent.
Christopher Liew: The university expenses students and parents forget to save for
Personal finance contributor Christopher Liew walks through the expenses that fall through the cracks and how to plan for them before they catch you.
RESP growth opportunities are well worth it, even if you start late
Earlier is always better, but even a late start in RESPs has benefits.
What you need to know about insurance after major Ontario storm
Navigating insurance can be overwhelming as southern Ontario residents pick up the pieces after a destructive storm passed through on Wednesday.
Do you need a tariff emergency fund? Here's how experts advise to plan for the worst
As a trade war escalates with their closest neighbour, it appears Canadians should anticipate shaky economic times ahead, at least in the near term.
Christopher Liew: Realistic ways to make extra side money in Canada
Personal finance contributor Christopher Liew walks through the realistic options to make some extra income, and what it actually takes to make them work.
You've fled a fire or flood — and then the financial hit comes
For those forced from their homes there are few things more daunting than navigating unexpected costs, insurance claims or bills that still need to be paid.
Christopher Liew: The 5 costly car financing traps keeping Canadians in debt
Personal finance contributor Christopher Liew exposes the five most common and expensive car financing traps Canadian buyers fall into, like long-term loans and rolled-over debt.
Post-secondary students worried over money as school year begins: survey
The results of a new study from TD Bank showed 76 per cent of post-secondary students in Canada said financial stress was negatively impacting their well-being and academic performance.
Christopher Liew: Is it better to lease, finance, or pay cash for a car?
Personal finance contributor Christopher Liew offers some practical advice on how to pick the payment method that actually fits your situation.
How to avoid these common RESP withdrawal mistakes
RESPs are a powerful savings tool to fund a child’s post-secondary education, but experts say parents or guardians should start the process early.
Over half of Canadians report behaviours that increase fraud vulnerability: survey
A new survey suggests the risk of fraud could be on the rise with nearly one-quarter of respondents saying they or a family member have been the victim of financial fraud or scams in the past year.
Maxed-out credit cards? Here are different options to dig out of the debt
For Canadians juggling multiple maxed-out credit cards, the instinct in a moment of panic is usually to try to fix everything at once. Yet financial experts say that instinct is not one to follow, and it’s often the reason debt problems drag on longer than they need to.
How to make the most of an internship, even when the position is unfulfilling
For young people wanting to get a leg up in the labour market, an internship is often a way to get an edge.