The Rational Reminder Episode 46: Raw Truth of Investment: Why the Best Investment Advisors Cannot Beat a Dart

If you ask me, the Old Age Security (OAS) clawback should usually be accompanied by ominous music – like the kind alerting movie-goers that the “Jaws” shark is about to attack. After all, if you don’t see it coming, it can take a nasty chunk out of your assets.

On the show today we welcome Dave Butler, who is now the co-CEO of Dimensional Fund Advisors. We have a great conversation about a wide […]

Here are some issues we address on the podcast: What is the likelihood of an ETF closing down, and what would be the consequences for investors if this happens?

A growing number of Canadians want to align their investments with their personal values. But the world of responsible investing can be surprisingly complex. This eBook answers your questions and helps you make decisions that are right for you.

Welcome to this episode of the Rational Reminder Podcast! We’ve decided to tweak the format of the show slightly, so you can look forward to […]

If work for yourself or have a side hustle on top of your regular job, there are extra complications when it comes to calculating and saving for taxes. You might worry if you’ve planned things out properly or if you’ll be hit with a big unexpected tax bill. In this post, I outline how to handle taxes as a self-employed individual or side hustler and tips for managing your money.

The Canadian stock market is relatively small by international standards and is dominated by a few large corporations. Indeed, the top 10 companies by market capitalization in the TSX Composite Index reads like a who’s who of corporate Canada, including four of the big five banks, Canadian National Railway, Enbridge, Suncor Energy and BCE.

I’ve spent the past few weeks looking deeper under the hood of the high-yield bond ETFs and the results might surprise you. They certainly surprised me! Let’s first define what a high-yield bond is.

Nobody loves paying taxes – in April or any other time of year. But maybe there is some good news to be had, by taking some time to correct a common misperception: Many Canadians assume their overall tax rate is worse than it actually is.

Buffett is a wealth of wisdom, knowledge, and experience. He has truly been one of the greatest investors in modern history. These are facts that cannot be disputed. However, for me, even his clearly stellar track record doesn’t justify trying to pick stocks over the long run.