Archive for May 2026
Bond ETFs vs GICs vs High Interest Savings Accounts
For Canadian investors looking at less volatile investments, the choice between a high interest savings account, GIC, or a Bond (usually via a bond ETF) can be needlessly confusing. With interest rates trending upwards again, making sure your low risk investments keep up with inflation is paramount. Here’s a quick look at our updated picks…
Read MoreRBC Direct Investing Review 2026: Fees, ETFs, Account Options and More
What is RBC Direct Investing? The Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) was one of the first banks in the country to pioneer DIY investing for the everyday investor. With RBC Direct Investing, you can trade Canadian and US stocks, ETFs, mutual funds and bonds. You can fund and manage your registered investment accounts (TFSA, RRSP,…
Read MoreBest International Stocks for Canadians: Should You Invest Outside Canada?
With USMCA negotiations about to begin, and the Canadian housing market having a pretty rough go, we’re getting a lot of emails and questions about the best international stocks outside of Canada and the USA. For some quick background, Canadians love buying stuff as we know. We’re not alone in this and it’s generally referred…
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