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9 reasons to open a TFSA

…opening one. On this page you’ll find Why should you consider opening a tax-free savings account? What advantages do TFSAs have for lower-income households? Why should you consider opening a…

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What your will should cover and why

…is not a beneficiary under the will). For example, a doctor can prepare notes about your physical health and mental capacity. These notes may help prove that you were mentally…

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Your Trusted Contact Person and why they matter

…susceptible to financial exploitation and fraud. The OSC’s Profiles of Retirement survey found many Canadians are not preparing financially for the possibility of physical or cognitive decline. 42% of pre-retirees

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How annuities work

…options will depend on your life situation and how you’d like your annuity income to be managed after your death. 3. Compare annuities and providers Compare costs and understand how…

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What is an RRSP and how does it work

…are many places where you can open an RRSP: Banks and trust companies Credit unions and caisses populaires Mutual fund companies Investment firms (for self-directed RRSPs) Life insurance companies You…

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Review your account information

…notices This can include prospectuses, proxy voting materials and notices that affect your investments (for example, notice of a stock split): Review this information because it may affect your investments….

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Selling your home without an agent

…that otherwise would have been provided by a real estate agent. Paying for a real estate agent’s commission fees may cost about 5% of sales price. You will only need…

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Getting the best service from financial advisors

…self-regulatory organization that oversees all investment dealers, mutual fund dealers, and trading activity on Canada’s debt and equity marketplaces. How investors can get better services from advisors Helping Canadians invest wisely and confidently is…

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About Us

…the OSC administers and enforces the Securities Act (Ontario) and the Commodity Futures Act (Ontario). Specifically, the OSC works to protect investors by making and enforcing rules governing the securities

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