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Markets at a glance
To help you better understand the performance of funds presented in your quarterly statement, Bâtirente’s Investment Strategy Manager, Jean-François Dumais, shares the economic and market highlights of 2024’s first quarter.
7 questions about the TFSA
Is my TFSA deductible for income tax purposes? What is the annual contribution limit? Can I have two TFSA accounts?
Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions in order to take full advantage of this investment vehicle!
Our funds at a glance
Bâtirente’s Investment Strategy Manager, Jean-François Dumais, provides these economic highlights for 2023.
4 pitfalls to avoid to get the most from your RRSP
An RRSP is an excellent retirement savings tool. Still, you should be aware of the rules and other good practices that come with it.
Here are 4 pitfalls to avoid if you want to get the most from your plan and achieve what’s most important to you.
Achieve your goals by contributing to your RRSP by February 29, 2024!
How about making 2024 the year you start saving for your dreams? Start by asking yourself the right questions to reach your short-, medium- or long-term goals. What would you like to do? Buy your first home? Travel the world? Go back to school? Enjoy a quiet retirement? Whatever your reasons, they’re yours to guide you there! As a Bâtirente member, you get direct access to our expertise, our online tools, and a responsible investment platform. You’re in the right place to make your plan and bring your dreams to life!
A new year, a new start!
How about making 2024 the year you start saving for your dreams? Start by asking yourself the right questions to reach your short-, medium- or long-term goals. What would you like to do? Buy your first home? Travel the world? Go back to school? Enjoy a quiet retirement? Whatever your reasons, they’re yours to guide you there! As a Bâtirente member, you get direct access to our expertise, our online tools, and a responsible investment platform. You’re in the right place to make your plan and bring your dreams to life!
RRSP or TFSA: What are the differences?
An RRSP is a tax-deferral tool that helps you save for retirement. A TFSA is a savings tool that you can also use for retirement, as well as the other projects you have going on. In other words, we have two plans with two different sets of goals. Choose the one that best suits your needs and goals or combine them to maximize their benefits.
5 tips to celebrate the holidays without breaking the bank
From gifts to gatherings, the holidays can put additional financial strain on your budget. Sound planning can help prevent your year-end shopping from causing financial stress.
3 tips for budgeting like a pro!
Creating a budget isn’t as scary or difficult as you think. All you have to do is sit down and look at your numbers, evaluate how much you earn and what your expenses are. A budget will help make sure you don’t spend more than you earn, and it creates excellent spending habits for the future – because debt and bad credit is a pitfall we should all try to avoid.
Our funds at a glance
Each quarter, Bâtirente’s Investment Strategy Manager, Jean-François Dumais*, shares our funds’ performance results with you and offers his comments regarding financial markets.
This issue looks at the third quarter of 2023.