Doug Whiteman

Miami, Toronto

Editorial director at @ForbesAdvisor, personal finance expert, veteran of The Associated Press & Bankrate. Fordham University grad; Erie, Pa., native.

Articles

If the stock market crashes, what's an investor to do? Here are 3 things to be mindful of

1 month ago | msn.com | Doug Whiteman

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Tax Season Starts January 29. File As Early As You Can

Nov 2, 2024 | forbes.com | Kemberley Washington |Doug Whiteman

The IRS has announced that the 2024 tax season officially kicks off on Monday, January 29, which is when it will start processing and accepting 2023 tax returns. The agency expects more than 128 million individual tax returns will be filed before the tax due date. The IRS says taxpayers will continue to see improvements following the success of the 2023 tax season.
Brim World Elite Mastercard Review

Oct 29, 2024 | money.ca | Christine Smonk |Doug Whiteman |Shane Murphy |Sigrid Forberg

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A Guide to Canada’s RDSP | How to Maximize Your Investment Returns

Oct 21, 2024 | money.ca | Aaron Broverman |Nicholas Sokic |Doug Whiteman |Clayton Jarvis

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Which debt strategy is better?

Oct 13, 2024 | msn.com | Doug Whiteman

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Alberta Auto Insurance Crisis Made Worse With Record-Breaking Hailstorm

Sep 20, 2024 | money.ca | Nicholas Sokic |Doug Whiteman

The mounting costs of Alberta’s auto insurance Alberta's auto insurance system is facing significant cost pressures, all of which are growing well in excess of the government's 3.7% rate cap.
Think America’s bank branches are useless? Not for 3 specific actions you should always take in person

Sep 18, 2024 | moneywise.com | Lou Carlozo |Doug Whiteman

Skip to main contentTRENDING2,938people readthis weekTime-consuming applications Conducting any prolonged financial activity on a computer, especially your laptop, can expose you to threats in a number of ways. First, if the Wi-Fi connection isn't secure, cyber criminals can easily snatch your information from the internet.
Is it better to get a student loan or line of credit?

Aug 23, 2024 | money.ca | Jack Lawson |Doug Whiteman

1. Student loans Student loans are made up of a mix of provincial or federal funding and are the most common way of paying for a post-secondary education. Government student loans try to strike a balance between affordability and responsibility through low or fixed interest rates. After all, Canada as a whole benefits from a skilled labour force. Advantages of student loans Student loans come with a mix of benefits.
How Much Money Should I Keep in My Savings Account

Aug 5, 2024 | forbes.com | Rebecca Baldridge |Doug Whiteman

Money tucked away for emergencies can provide peace of mind if an unplanned expense arises. Financial experts often recommend maintaining savings equal to three to six months’ worth of costs—but is that enough? Is it too much? The ultimate answer depends mainly on your financial situation and how much you need to keep in savings to feel secure. Once you decide on a savings target, you can work on building up your cash cushion.
Best Tangerine Savings Accounts and Some Great Alternatives

Aug 1, 2024 | money.ca | Sigrid Forberg |Doug Whiteman |Serah Louis

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