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The more you read the more you know! These 5 children's books are sure to entertain and teach fundamental money skills to your little ones.

This article provides a practical look at how timing RRSP-to-RRIF conversions around tax brackets, interest rates, and retirement income sources can help reduce taxes.

Discover why starting early is often more powerful than saving more. This article uses a side-by-side comparison of two hypothetical savers to illustrate the remarkable impact of compound growth over time.

An introduction to this important legal process. Check out the helpful links at the end of this blog and in the "Resources" section of www.danallenfinancial.com .

Gen Xers—now in their 40s and 50s—are managing a full slate of midlife financial pressures: peak earning years that don’t always feel like peak savings years, kids with ongoing education costs, and aging parents whose needs are increasing. In that context, it can be tempting to view an eventual inheritance as a future solution for retirement.

If you find yourself with a bit of extra time on your hands in the upcoming months, you may want to use this time to check in with your family’s finances.

Understand the key financial and lifestyle shifts that happen in your first year of retirement.

Global geopolitical and economic uncertainty has unfortunately become a defining characteristic of the 2020s, the recent increase in military activity and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East being yet another example.

It's never too early to start thinking about life insurance and locking in a lower premium when you're healthy. Waiting until your older or in poor health is never a good idea.

Are you using the right accounts to save and achieve your financial goals? For Canadians, the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) each offer unique strengths to support your savings strategy.