Oaken Blog

When Canadians turn their thoughts to retirement savings, it is the Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) that typically first comes to mind. read more

On January 1, 2009, the Canadian Government introduced Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSA). read more

The annual migration of Canadian Snowbirds heading south in search of warmer weather will soon be underway. These dedicated travellers are not looking for a mere couple of weeks to break up a long Canadian winter; for these travelers, the goal is to avoid winter altogether! read more

The Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) turned ten this year and since 2009 everyone in Canada over the age of 18 and who has a valid social insurance number (SIN), is eligible to open a TFSA. read more

Growing up, I was fortunate that my parents taught me some of the basics when it comes to finances. It’s not like they had a ton of money or worked in the financial services industry. read more

Creating a monthly budget is one of the best things you can do to help you successfully save for a goal. A budget not only tracks your spending each month, it also makes it easier to review each individual expenditure. read more

Dave may describe his life as “simple”, but there’s a lot to be said about seeking an unassuming lifestyle, and Dave will be the first to tell you that true happiness is not based merely on your possessions. read more