This webinar will review the importance of credit scores and ways to boost them. You will learn how to obtain free credit reports and how improving your credit score can potentially save you hundreds of thousands of dollars.
27Sep202112:00
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29Sep202112:00
to14:00
Do TFSAs, RRSPs, GICs, and ETFs sound like a foreign language? Do you equate investing in the stock market to a game of chance? Join us for this insightful webinar brought to you by the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada and learn how better managing your finances today can lead to a more prosperous future.
4Oct202112:00
to14:00
Would you like to better understand tax slips and learn how to file your income taxes? Then this webinar is for you. We will first start with a brief overview of the Canadian tax system covering topics such as: types of different taxes, tax brackets, and how different income gets taxed.
6Oct202112:00
to14:00
Here you are in grad school, not even having started a “real job” yet and along comes a webinar talking about pensions. Isn’t this something for “old people” to worry about? Turns out that the average Canadian is woefully underprepared for their retirement, not having saved nearly enough.
7Oct202115:30
to17:00
When most people hear the word “blockchain” they invariably think of Cryptocurrencies. While the latter couldn’t exist without the former, blockchain technology has many more applications beyond being the backbone of Bitcoin.
18Oct202112:00
to14:00
Under what circumstances does an RRSP or a TFSA contribution make more sense? What are some of the most tax-efficient investments available? How is the RRSP tax refund calculated?
20Oct202112:00
to14:00
Do you want to invest in a mutual fund or an ETF but are unsure how to make sense of all of the documentation provided? What is the key information you should focus on in a Prospectus and Facts Sheet? This advanced webinar will answer these questions and more.
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25Oct202112:00
to14:00
Debating whether mutual funds, robo-advisors, or ETFs are best for you? What is the optimal portfolio balance given your age and risk tolerance? Should you invest only in Canadian securities or be globally diversified, and if so, what should be your percentage allocation to each?
27Oct202112:00
to14:00
We will go over the questions to ask and the steps to take when selecting a good financial advisor. We will review how to set up a financial plan (Investment Policy Statement, "Know your Client" form).
1Nov202112:00
to14:00
You have probably heard that raising a child from birth to adulthood can cost a few hundred thousand dollars. Given the rising cost of education, what are some places where you can cut back without depriving yourself or your children? What is the difference between individual, family, and group RESPs?
3Nov202112:00
to14:00
Term, whole-life, universal… which type of insurance is most appropriate for you? If you are already insured, do you have sufficient coverage? Why is it important to create a will? This webinar will address the various pros and cons of each sub-type of life insurance and review the basics of inheritance law in Québec.
8Nov202112:00
to14:00
The last few years have seen phenomenal gains for many cryptocurrencies before going through a significant crash in late 2017 out of which they have yet to recover from. Does this mean that now is the time you should invest in some of them for the next large move up?
9Nov202112:00
to13:30
When most people hear the word “blockchain” they invariably think of Cryptocurrencies. While the latter couldn’t exist without the former, blockchain technology has many more applications beyond being the backbone of Bitcoin.
15Nov202112:00
to14:00
Do you wonder whether it makes more financial sense to rent or buy? Wondering what the true costs of home ownership are? This webinar will show you how to calculate how much house you can truly afford and whether you may be overpaying or getting a great deal.
17Nov202112:00
to14:00
Under what circumstances do you have to pay HST and LTT when purchasing a home? Learn about various fees that realtors rarely mention, the difference between FRM, ARM, and VRM, as well as the various designations real estate agents have.