A savings holiday is tempting, but don’t do it
We’re well into the holiday season now. And while the holidays are joyous, they can also be expensive. At this time of year, many people make spending decisions they end up regretting. But you can…
Articles by Deborah Leahy
Insurance can last a lifetime – if you need it to
By Deborah Leahy September was Life Insurance Awareness Month in the U.S. When you consider the benefits you and your family may receive from life insurance, you might agree that Canada should also have a…
RESPs make valuable gifts for grandchildren
by Deborah Leahy If you’re a grandparent, you already know the pleasures of having grandchildren in your life. And like so many grandparents, you may be looking at ways to help your grandchildren get the…
Estate planning could include gift-giving
BY: DEBORAH LEAHY Many people have discovered that gifting assets while they are alive is a valuable estate-planning technique for passing wealth on to their adult children. One of the most important benefits of making…
Financial Fitness: Eco-friendly investing encompasses more than the greenback
BY DEBORAH LEAHY If you’re concerned about social and ethical issues, why not speak out with your investment portfolio? Through socially responsible investing, your portfolio can reflect your values. As an investor, you can support…