What to do with your income tax refund
If you filed your income taxes by the April 30 deadline and are expecting a refund, you could soon see the money in your account. Branch Manager Jas Dhillon…
The gig worker savings plan.
The gig economy is no longer just for side hustlers. It’s become an important aspect of work life for many people. Gig workers—defined as those who participate in short-term contracts…
Your new home: Demystifying the down payment
Those looking to buy a home in 2024 are facing a lot of uncertainty about how realistic a 20% down payment is for Canadians in this economy. To help you…
All about TFSAs and when they’re worth it
What is a TFSA? At its core, a TFSA is a savings account—a savings account where you never have to pay taxes. But it’s regulated by the federal government, not…
Financial Literacy: So, what exactly is financial literacy anyway?
Financial Literacy Series: What is financial literacy, and why is it so important? You probably spend money almost every day. But that doesn’t mean you’re necessarily an expert on it.…
How Investment Advisors can optimize your savings strategy
We often associate Investment Advisors with our ultimate savings goal—retirement. They help us create an effective retirement income strategy so we can live our later years as relaxed—or adventurous—as we…
Top 4 reasons you need a financial plan
Financial planning isn’t just for ultra-wealthy people moving money between complicated, exotically named investment vehicles. In reality, a financial plan is an important tool for anyone who wants to manage…
Socially Responsible Investing 101
Environmental sustainability is a big part of what we do here at Coast Capital. We’re proud to be a Certified B Corporation® which means that we meet the highest standards…
A guide to emergency savings
None of us stopped to consider the implications of a global pandemic in our wallets because, really, who knew? But it’s times like these that hammer home the reason we…
