By Riki Unrau Entering the real estate market in this day in age can seem like an impossible task for many young people. With higher…
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Tips for parents saving for their child’s education
By Kim Inglis Every year many Canadian families are faced with paying for a large portion of their child’s post-graduate education. A study conducted by…
Getting your finances together in your 30s
By Riki Unrau So you’re in your 30s. You’ve crossed that fine line between reckless youth and responsible adulthood. Maybe you spent your 30th birthday…
The magic of compound interest and RRSPs
By Colin J. Campbell Every year when February rolls around, we start thinking about filing our taxes and of course it is the last month…
Kootenay Savings shares profits for 22nd year
Based on 2014 financial results, Kootenay Savings Board of Directors has declared a 1.25% patronage and share dividend. The dividend will see $665,000 distributed to…
Contributing to an RRSP need not be traumatic
By Kim Inglis A recent BMO Financial Group study says three-quarters of Canadians with an RRSP have already made or plan to make a contribution…
RRSPs and TFSAs can act in an investor’s favour
By Kim Inglis A frequent financial planning question is whether to contribute to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) or a Tax Free Savings Plan…