Common law marriage and taxes

Common law marriage and taxes

For people who live in a common-law marriage, there are likely a lot of questions about what that means for tax purposes. Common law…

Tax write-offs for the self-employed

Tax write-offs for the self-employed

We all know how difficult it can be to be self-employed. Many of the things that employers take care of for their employees are not covered…

What is an endowment policy?

What is an endowment policy?

Aside from offering benefits throughout your lifetime, life insurance may give priceless security to your family in the event of your death…

What is maternity insurance?

What is maternity insurance?

One of life’s greatest pleasures is raising a kid. The fact that your childbirth-related medical costs are paid for up to many months after…

Pros and Cons of Annuities

Pros and Cons of Annuities

In the past few years, annuities have become a more popular way to save for retirement. Annuities provide a sense of security and stability that…

Types of property insurance

Types of property insurance

If we could all feel as certain and comfortable as Linus feels when he is holding his security blanket, wouldn’t that be nice? You may experience…

What is investment income?

What is investment income?

To evaluate the effectiveness of an investment portfolio, a chosen strategy, or a trading system, an investor needs to be able to …