Norbert’s Gambit
Norbert’s Gambit Converting currencies can feel like throwing away money when banks and brokers take a large cut of the exchange. However, there is a way to cut the amount you spend on currency exchange down to the range of $10-20, even for 5 figure transactions. The technique is called Norbert’s Gambit and it is […]
TFSA vs. RRSP
TFSA vs. RRSP For those that are not familiar, RRSP stands for Registered Retirement Savings Plan, and TFSA means Tax Free Savings Account. Both accounts are great for investors, and help you to save more while paying less (or no) income tax on accumulated interest. First, some more on the TFSA. Money held within TFSA accounts […]
US ETFs on Canadian vs US Exchange
Buying US ETFs on Canadian vs US Exchange When purchasing an ETF that tracks the US stock market (ie the S&P 500 index or Russell 3000), one is challenged with the question: Do I buy an ETF listed on the Canadian or US stock exchange? In terms of exposure to the US dollar, it makes […]
When the Going Gets Tough
When the Going Gets Tough When the market is in a downturn and worries of a recession loom, many investors are cautious. Rightfully so, if we think an investment will lose money we won’t want to invest in it, plain and simple. The impetus behind Tater, and my personal investing goals, are based on long […]
Don’t Gamble with Your Savings
Don’t Gamble with Your Savings When it comes to investing, picking individual stocks may seem tempting, but unless you have exceptional skills or years of experience, it’s akin to gambling with your hard-earned money. This blog post aims to shed light on the drawbacks of stock picking as an investment strategy and suggests alternatives that […]
