Former Conservative MP Lisa Raitt to help run race to replace Andrew Scheer
Role means she won’t be among other former leadership candidates vying for the job A high-profile Conservative who lost her seat in the last election will help lead the effort to elect a replacement for party leader Andrew Scheer. The Conservative Party has announced that Lisa Raitt will co-chair the organizing committee for the upcoming […]
Better year forecast for pot
BC predicts increasing cannabis products, revenue Premier John Horgan says it’s the best of times for cannabis users in British Columbia, but they could be even better. Since recreational cannabis became legal in Canada in October 2018, access to marijuana has become a matter of waiting for the mail to arrive or visiting a licensed […]
Americans’ Top 2 Financial Goals for 2020 — and How to Tackle Them Yourself
The year 2020 is just around the corner, which means countless Americans are gearing up to improve their finances once it kicks off. Here are Americans’ chief financial goals going into the new year, according to a survey by Marcus by Goldman Sachs — and what you can do to achieve them. 1. Save more money We all need […]
This Social Security mistake could result in a lifetime of regret, study says
Social Security can be complex and confusing, and there are so many factors to consider before you start claiming benefits. What age should you begin claiming? How big will your monthly checks be? How much will you be able to depend on your benefits in retirement? Although it’s confusing, it’s important to understand as much […]
5 smart pieces of money advice financial planners will tell you for free
If there’s anyone you should turn to for honest and objective money advice, it’s a financial planner. Certified financial planners have a fiduciary responsibility to provide guidance and recommendations that are in your best interest — not theirs, their company’s, or anyone else’s. That said, financial planners can still offer sound and actionable advice when they’re […]
This Is How Much Older Adults Have Saved for Retirement
The average American estimates retirement will cost around $1.7 million, according to a survey from Charles Schwab. Although the exact amount you’ll end up spending in retirement will vary from person to person, you’ll likely need several hundred thousand dollars stashed away if you want to enjoy your golden years comfortably. Most of today’s workers […]