[ad_1] About a year ago, a relative asked me to help manage his money. He had been paying a ~1% asset management fee with Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM), even though he wasn’t their typical high-net-worth client. The account had been set up through his ex, but since he wanted a clean break, he was […]
20 Best Freelance Sites To Find Jobs And Make Money
[ad_1] Are you looking for the best freelance sites to find jobs? If you’ve been wanting to start freelancing, this article is for you. I’ve been freelancing for over a decade, and over the past year, I’ve taken on more freelance work than ever before. And, I’m really, really loving freelancing! What I love about […]
Your Perception of War and Death Depends on Your Experiences
[ad_1] When the U.S. bombed three locations in Iran, my initial reaction was a mix of hope and sadness. Hope—because I wished it might lead to a reduction in weapons of mass destruction. Sadness—because of the likely loss of innocent civilian lives and the heightened danger now facing Americans abroad. I shared these thoughts and […]
You Can’t Save The World, So Mind Your Own Finances
[ad_1] When I first started Financial Samurai back in 2009, I had idealistic dreams of helping as many people as possible achieve financial freedom. My finances were crumbling during the global financial crisis, and I wanted to break free from the corporate grind. So I wrote about how to do just that. But like anything, […]
Latest casualties of the cost of living crisis: Rover and Mi…
[ad_1] Shannon Shorten and her family have spent more than $8,000 in emergency vet visits for their 12-year-old cat Rolo — and she’s not sure if they can afford yet another expensive procedure amid the current economic climate. Torontonian Shorten, 52, and her husband adopted Rolo and his brother, Toffee, both orange tabbies, more than […]
Mommies, Nannies, Au Pairs, and Me: The End Of Being A SAHD
[ad_1] When my son was born in 2017, I decided to focus on being a stay-at-home dad (SAHD). Every early childhood development book I read emphasized that the first five years are the most critical for a child’s growth. So I figured, why not spend that time with him? It wasn’t a difficult decision since […]
9 Real Ways To Get Free Samples (Yes, These Actually Work!)
[ad_1] Want to learn how to get free samples without paying anything? I’ve always loved testing out new products and learning how to get free stuff. Whether it’s a new moisturizer, snack, baby item, or even laundry detergent, getting free samples is one of the easiest (and fun) ways to try new things without wasting […]
Hidden risks for Canadians planning to downsize their retire…
[ad_1] Residential real estate makes up a significant share of household wealth , accounting for 41 per cent of Canadians’ total assets at the end of 2024, according to Statistics Canada. Many homeowners hope their property will help fund their retirement and some are relying heavily on a downsize. Planning first and selling second can […]
Descending The Corporate Ladder: A Solution To A Better Life
[ad_1] Feeling burned out and underappreciated? Tired of managing people and just want to focus on your craft? Thinking about going back to school to do something more meaningful? If any of this resonates, don’t quit your job. Instead, it might be time to consider a strategic descent down the corporate ladder to take back […]
Should Moira manage her $400,000 RRSP investments on her own…
[ad_1] Q. My plan is to retire at age 60. I am now 55. All my assets are in registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs), two-thirds of it in a fully managed account with a major brokerage. I find the returns quite mediocre, but according to my adviser they are excellent. For an average of six […]