Jason Heath

Canada’s personal finance website

Renting out part of your new home may help cover some costs. But would it still be considered a primary residence? Or would it be subject to capital gains tax? Find out.

There’s more to the math than you think, and there are also non-financial reasons that influence the decision to rent or buy.

Mary and Vic are selling a property in the U.S. and want to know what the capital gain tax implications are on both sides of the border.

Fraudsters can exploit victims through text, email and other means. What are your options if that happens?

The flat-rate home-office expense deduction is no longer available for 2023. But eligible employees who work from home can still claim a deduction.

Most registered retirement savings plans are eventually converted to registered retirement income funds. Here’s what to know about RRIF withdrawals.

Learn how the federal government’s 2024 budget can affect you and your money. All the ways the federal government’s spending and investment plans for the coming year could end up affecting yours

What do changes to capital gains in Canada teach us about tax planning generally? And how should we approach the possibility of future shifts in tax policy?

There are financial and logistical challenges to being single in retirement. Here are some tips to tackle them, especially if you don’t have a pension.