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How Long Does It Take to Double Your Money?

Dec 9, 2025

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9 min read

How Long Does It Take to Double Your Money?

Doubling your money isn’t luck — it’s predictable. Most people have no idea how long it will actually take them, but you can calculate your exact 2X timeline in minutes.

The Truth Banks Won’t Tell You: Mutual Funds Are Costing You a Fortune

Nov 29, 2025

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6 min read

The Truth Banks Won’t Tell You: Mutual Funds Are Costing You a Fortune

Mutual funds are still the #1 product pushed by Canadian banks. Not because they’re good for you, but because they’re extremely profitable for them. With management fees often 20x higher than ETFs, most mutual funds fail to outperform the market and quietly drain your long-term wealth through avoidable fees.

CDRs Explained: A Simpler Way for Canadians to Invest in U.S. Companies

Nov 23, 2025

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8 min read

CDRs Explained: A Simpler Way for Canadians to Invest in U.S. Companies

Invest in U.S. companies without U.S. dollars. This guide explains CDRs, pros and cons, and when they make sense for Canadian investors. Includes a full list of available Canadian CDRs.

The Most Common Investing Strategies Explained

Nov 22, 2025

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9 min read

The Most Common Investing Strategies Explained

There are countless ways to invest your money, but most investors end up choosing one or two core strategies that match their goals, personality, and comfort with volatility. Below is a complete overview of the most common investing strategies with examples and a clear explanation of why investors use each one.

Your First $100K: Why It’s the Toughest and Exactly How to Get There

Nov 16, 2025

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6 min read

Your First $100K: Why It’s the Toughest and Exactly How to Get There

Ready to hit your first $100K? Follow a proven plan to save, invest, and grow wealth with confidence—no shortcuts, just smart strategy.

Diversification — The Other Half of a Balanced Portfolio

Nov 13, 2025

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8 min read

Diversification — The Other Half of a Balanced Portfolio

Diversification spreads your investment risk across companies, sectors, and countries. Learn how it complements asset allocation to create a portfolio that’s both resilient and efficient.

Asset Allocation — The Foundation of Every Portfolio

Nov 10, 2025

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7 min read

Asset Allocation — The Foundation of Every Portfolio

Learn how to set your asset allocation (the mix), understand the major asset classes, why fixed income isn’t always “guaranteed,” and how quarterly rebalancing buys low and sells high without timing the market.

Your Rate of Return — The Most Important Number in Your Investing Journey

Oct 30, 2025

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9 min read

Your Rate of Return — The Most Important Number in Your Investing Journey

Learn why your rate of return is the key number that defines your financial trajectory. Discover how to measure it, track it, and avoid misleading metrics.

Investment Planning — Reach Your Goals Faster

Oct 26, 2025

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12 min read

Investment Planning — Reach Your Goals Faster

Reach your goals faster with a step-by-step investment plan that connects your income, timeline, and investor profile. Learn how to automate, measure, and stay the course — one milestone at a time.