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Understanding and Maximizing Employer Benefits
77% of Canadian professionals don't fully utilize their workplace benefits, leaving valuable resources untapped. When used effectively, employer benefits can be a crucial part of your investment strategy and financial planning, enhancing long-term health and financial security.
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LIRAs Unlocked: Turning Locked-In Funds into Long-Term Growth
A recent survey reveals that 4 in 10 workers plan to change jobs in the first half of 2025. Over 6.9 million Canadians have registered pension plans, and many transfer their pension funds into Locked-In Retirement Accounts (LIRAs) when changing jobs. Learn about how LIRAs' tax-deferred growth and flexible investment options may help you build your retirement savings.
Understanding the Capital Gains Inclusion Rate in 2025
As part of the 2024 Federal Budget, the Government of Canada proposed increasing the capital gains inclusion rate (CGIR) from 50% to 66.67%, effective June 25, 2024. Skyline aims to clarify the current state of affairs and explore what this means for investor portfolios.
Passing and Preserving a $1 Trillion Torch to the Next Generation
Between 2023 and 2026, an estimated $1 trillion is expected to transfer from Canadian baby boomers to their children—a shift that’s prompting many to reflect on their accumulated wealth and the legacy they want to leave behind. Skyline's CFO, Wayne Byrd, discusses how private alternative investment funds can play a key role in generational wealth strategies, helping to build long-term wealth in a tax-efficient manner.
Smart Money Targeting Ownership in Canada’s Apartment REIT Sector
GIC’s $2 billion bid to acquire InterRent may signal confidence in the Canadian apartment REIT sector and will likely have positive ripple effects on sector valuations.
RRIFs Explained: From RRSPs to Retirement Income
Learn how integrating private investment options into your RRIF can maximize your retirement income and ensure financial security during your golden years.
Can Private Assets Offset Volatility in Turbulent Markets?
The recent downturn in equities has led many professionals to reassess their public market exposure and explore alternative strategies to mitigate portfolio volatility. Incorporating private assets into a portfolio may help.
Invest in Canada with Confidence The Skyline Retail REIT Advantage
With increased attention on “Buy Canadian” and “Invest in Canada” movements, Skyline Retail REIT is playing a significant role in supporting Canadian businesses.
Why investing in Canadian essentials never goes out of style
Chasing the latest investment trends can be a risky strategy. Discover how Canadian essential assets, like real estate and infrastructure, can protect your portfolio from volatility.
Bank of Canada lowers policy rate for a seventh consecutive time
Amid analyst uncertainty about a potential rate cut, the Bank of Canada opted for another reduction, despite substantial evidence suggesting a temporary pause might be justified.
Tax efficiency 101: Key strategies to help build your wealth
Learn how a smart tax strategy can help you keep more of your money—and grow it faster.
U.S.-Canada Trade War: Enduring Crisis or Passing Thunderstorm?
By Wayne Byrd, CFO, Skyline.
While the future is uncertain, interpretive indicators suggest that a potential US-Canada trade war may be a passing storm rather than a lasting reality. Here’s why:
Essential FHSA Facts: What every first-time homebuyer should know
FHSAs are another tool to save for your first home, tax-free. Find out if this registered account offering is right for you.
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