Discussing issues of inheritance and net worth may feel uncomfortable, but planning ahead is essential to help the younger generation manage wealth successfully. While it is true that the millennial generation has come of age in a different world than their baby boomer parents, they face the same early lifestyle challenges that older generations faced: tough economies, challenging job prospects and hefty home prices.
Credit card, line of credit, car loan, student loan… all debts must be repaid, some quicker than others.
In 2012, National Bank introduced a new mortgage application platform. Today, it significantly simplifies the process of securing a mortgage.
On one hand, people say that renting is money down the drain. On the other hand, property values are not increasing at the same pace as they used to...
If we compare the expense of an inspection to the cost of buying a home, it really isn’t that expensive after all!
Impressive price gains in residential markets have received plenty of attention. But for high-net-worth investors, real estate can also provide valuable diversification. In recent years, real estate has become a hot topic of conversation at dinner parties and office lunchrooms across Canada. The dramatic increase in house prices in residential markets like Toronto and Vancouver has led to sizeable “paper gains” for many homeowners. As well, real estate has proven to be an effective part of the portfolio mix for many high-net-worth investors. But what is the best way to invest in real estate – and how much is too much in an overall portfolio?
There are some simple and lucrative ways to save... and it's even more fun to see your money work for you. Here's a list of ideas for saving painlessly.
When sizable assets are involved, going without a detailed, comprehensive plan could could put your financial future at risk.
Trusts can play a valuable role in tax planning, but experts say they are often misunderstood.
Realtors all agree: empty nesters know that even if their kids leave… they often come home!
Le monde des affaires est en évolution constante. Que vous soyez une petite ou une grande entreprise, la Banque Nationale et ses partenaires vous accompagnent chaque mois dans la réalisation de vos projets d’affaires à l’aide de réflexions, entrevues et histoires inspirantes.
