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The GM Plant Closure: Confessions of an Oshawa kid
On November 25th, GM announced the closure of its Oshawa assembly plant. Oshawa native and Portfolio Manager, Edward Golding explains why and what it means for the Oshawa community.
A smart practice: Splitting income to keep more of your money
Income splitting is a tax strategy that allows a higher-income earning spouse to equalize their income with their lower-income earning partner to effectively lower their overall tax bill.
1:56Medical students’ most-asked money questions
Henry Annan, a final year medical student at Dalhousie University, talks with Leah Aulenbach, a financial consultant with MD Management Ltd. about the common questions she gets from medical students a
1:40Borrowing: How interest rates work
Henry Annan, a final year medical student at Dalhousie University, talks with Leah Aulenbach, a financial consultant with MD Management Ltd. about the impact of rising interest rates and when you need
1:31Student loans or lines of credit: what’s the difference?
Henry Annan, a final year medical student at Dalhousie University, talks with Leah Aulenbach, a financial consultant with MD Management Ltd. about the differences between a student loan and a line of
Sector Scan: A hot day in Paris
The risks of climate change are real. Here’s how the power sector and other industries are moving quickly to reduce carbon emissions—and why that’s good news for you as an investor
5 social media etiquette tips for med students
Social media sites like Facebook and Twitter provide great opportunities for med students to network, keep up to date on the latest health news, and organize study sessions. But if they're not careful
How to take time off for parental leave, while being a doctor
As a doctor, it’s never easy to know the “right” time to start a family: how will you plan a pregnancy or adoption, take time off with a newborn, and still care for patients and a career?As a...
Pay yourself first: A savings strategy that leaves more in your pocket
Time and cash can be in short supply during the demanding years of med school and residency. When it comes to money, you may find it hard enough just to stay ahead of expenses. So how do you plan...
1:51Automated Investing with MD ExO Direct
MD ExO Direct offers simplified, cost-effective, goal-driven investing that’s entirely automated and online, with access to a dedicated advisory team.
How Getting Through Med School Is Like Summiting Everest, and Four Simple Rules That Can Help
The path to becoming a physician can be like climbing Mount Everest. It demands unquestioning dedication and effort—but the reward is the fulfillment of a major personal goal.
RRSP or TFSA: Which Is Right for You?
In an ideal world, you would contribute the maximum amount to both your RRSP and TFSA every year.
Will med school debt derail this student’s goals?
“David,” 24, is borrowing a lot of money for medical school. But a solid plan provides peace of mind.
RRSPs and TFSAs in Action: Case Studies at Different Life Stages
These case studies look at how you can effectively use RRSPs and TFSAs to maximize benefits by looking at key factors such as age, career stage of physicians or specific financial goals.
Can a young physician start a family and avoid debt?
Dr. B, a 29-year-old family physician in Quebec, worries about balancing maternity leave with her financial goals.
Tax Tips for Medical Students and Residents for the 2017 Tax Year
As a medical student or resident, you have plenty of things on your mind other than your income taxes. However, being aware of things like tax benefits can help reduce the tax you pay and put you...
New Physicians: It Pays to Save Early
As you’re establishing your career, you may not have a lot of money to invest. You may also be facing a large student debt. The one advantage you have is time. When you save and invest money, it...
Student Debt: Only Borrow What You Need