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How singles can build financial buffers

A lot of single women are concerned about outliving their money. Longevity, however, isn’t the only drag on their assets.

By Kanupriya Vashisht |May 1, 2012

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Empire Life launches iPad app

The Empire Life Insurance Company has launched a new iPad application that provides simple, fast quotes on up to four term insurance products at once.

By Staff |April 27, 2012

1 min read

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Industry

Insurance war with banks renewed

Jim Flaherty and Canadian banks are headed for a showdown, with banks continuing to skirt federal rules over selling insurance on their websites. Speaking to reporters in Washington on the weekend, Flaherty said the issue, which first emerged in October, is “still around,” even though the Harper government is intent on stopping the practice. By […]

By Wire services |April 23, 2012

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Future bleak for guaranteed income products

As insurance companies withdraw guaranteed income products, now may be the time for those nearing retirement to buy them while they are still around.

By Vikram Barhat |April 11, 2012

3 min read