'The time for procrastination is over.' How one Democratic lawmaker wants to fix Social Security
A Congressional bill aims to boost Social Security benefits through higher payroll taxes for the wealthy. Here's a rundown of the plan.
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RBC Research: Preparing for Hyperdrive – Themes that will define our new future
RBC Wealth Management Research Dec 7, 2021 Get ready for accelerated disruption. As we think forward to the future, progress will be faster than it has...
Space infrastructure company Loft Orbital raises $140 million from BlackRock and others
Loft Orbital, a space infrastructure start-up, raised $140 million in a new round of funding that was led by investment behemoth BlackRock.
BoC: Retail Payments Supervision Meeting Summaries for registration, governance and fees
Bank of Canada Dec 7, 2021 October summary The Retail Payments Advisory Committee (RPAC) met on October 18 and 20, 2021, to discuss elements of the...
When it comes to a will or estate plan, don't just set it and forget it. You need to keep them updated
There are various life events that should spur a review of your will and other end-of-life planning documents.
Blockchain Vulnerabilities, Forensics And Legal Challenges
McCarthy Tetrault Barry B. Sookman Nov 19, 2021 It is often assumed that blockchain based digital currencies and applications are safe and secure. In fact, blockchain...
These states offer a workaround for the SALT deduction cap
As Congress wrestles over changes to the SALT cap, nearly 20 states now offer workarounds for pass-through businesses. Here’s what filers need to know.
How do you finance a home that needs repairs
Guest Post Dec 7, 2021 Having a comfortable home is one of the things we take for granted until all of a sudden it needs a...
RegTech: Powering the future of regulation
ADGM Nov 23, 2021 The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has published a report on its experience with using regulatory...
Stocks are back up already. What would have happened if you'd sold?
Investors who sold during the recent market troubles are no better off than those who stayed in. They're likely in a worse situation.
Wealthsimple exits UK market (for now)
Betakit Douglas Soltys Dec 6, 2021 As Wealthsimple exits another international market, the Canadian FinTech giant has completed the transition begun earlier this year to focus...
Here are 5 ways to protect yourself against credit card fraud this holiday season
Whether you do your holiday shopping in a store, online or on an app, it's important to keep these five tips in mind to protect your...
Cramer says stock market comeback fueled by scramble to get back in after omicron overreaction
The omicron concerns were so severe that "you have this moment where people realize, 'Wow, we really got oversold. What can I get in?'" CNBC's Jim...
The latest sign of President Biden's inflation politics problem comes from Main Street
Small business owners are more worried about inflation and President Biden's approval rating is dropping among entrepreneurs, and not just the Republicans.
Op-ed: Here are some smart tax moves to consider before Dec. 31
Questions remain how much of any new tax burden will be imposed by year's end. There are, however, effective tax strategies that can be implemented now.