by Money Couch | Dec 4, 2025 | Advisors, Freedom Planners, Investing, Uniquely Canadian, Wealth Builders
For Canadian investors, understanding how investment fees impact your portfolio is critical to achieving long-term financial success. Many assume that if their financial advisor charges 1% and their mutual fund has a 1% management fee, the total cost of investing is...
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by Money Couch | Oct 10, 2025 | Trusts, Uniquely Canadian
Verify with a pro This article is for discussion only. Trusts can be powerful tools, but laws and tax rules change. Before setting up or changing a trust, talk with a qualified estate lawyer and accountant who understand your province’s rules and your full financial...
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by Money Couch | Aug 15, 2025 | Uniquely Canadian
Managing your finances can feel overwhelming, but understanding the roles of financial professionals can simplify the process. In Canada, financial coaches and financial advisors offer distinct services, and knowing what they do—and don’t do—can help you decide which...
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by Money Couch | May 28, 2025 | Financial Coach, Freedom Planners, Investing, Savings Starters, Wealth Builders, Young Investors
When people talk about investing, they often focus on stock picks, asset allocation, or trying to time the market. But for most investors—especially everyday, long-term investors—the hardest part of investing isn’t technical. It’s emotional. It’s staying the course....
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by Money Couch | May 19, 2025 | Debt Fighters, Financial Coach, Freedom Planners, Intentional Living, Savings Starters, Tax Free Savings Account, TFSA, Wealth Builders, Young Investors
If you’re in your 20s, 30s, or even early 40s, the word “retirement” might sound like something old folks do when they’re basically winding down. Honestly, a lot of people see it as those few years between 65 and, well, the end. But guess what? There’s a fresh, modern...
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