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Types of investment risk

…like bonds. Shares offer some protection against inflation because most companies can increase the prices they charge to their customers. Share prices should therefore rise in line with inflation. Real

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Investing and saving during a recession

…makes it more expensive to borrow the money to purchase larger assets like real estate. At the household level, rate increases make it more expensive to borrow, even while day-to-day…

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Other types of funds

…in non-traditional assets (For example: gold, oil, real estate) Limited Yes, although limited to commodities Yes Complex, high-risk strategies (For example: use of derivatives, short positions) Limited Yes, with restrictions…

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7 common types of mutual funds

…holdings are only adjusted if there is an adjustment in the components of the index. 6. Specialty funds These funds focus on specialized mandates such as real estate, commodities or…

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What is an RRSP and how does it work

…and more. Investments that cannot be held in an RRSP include precious metals, commodity futures contracts, real estate, and other prohibited investments. Learn more about the rules for contributing to…

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What are SPACs and other alternative market entrants?

…public in Canada by way of a SPAC, CPC or RTO transaction. They represent a range of industries including psychedelics, cryptocurrency, gaming, finance, manufacturing, cannabis, biotech/pharma, technology, real estate and…

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Steps to offering a financial lifeline

real estate agents, or other professionals whose specialized skills could help your friend. Helping to create a plan. You could offer to look at their financial situation, together. For example,…

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How power of attorney works

…of attorney you can give someone. Each type can address a different estate planning need. 1. Non-continuing power of attorney for property A non-continuing power of attorney is used in…

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How to make a financial plan

…step is to make your goal specific and realistic. If your goal is to buy a home, for example, be realistic about what type of home you’ll be purchasing, given…

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Why should you work with a financial advisor?

…with financial planning expertise can help. Some advisors may also be able to help you make decisions about insurance coverage, tax planning and estate planning. 2. You don’t have time…

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