Oaken Blog

News, information, useful resources and guest writers on a wide variety of topics

By Rubina Ahmed-Haq January 14, 2020

When it comes to investments, diversification is key and the saying “don’t have all your eggs in one basket” is as true today as when it was first coined. read more

TFSAs and your retirement

By Rubina Ahmed-Haq December 17, 2019

When Canadians turn their thoughts to retirement savings, it is the Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) that typically first comes to mind. read more

Tax Free Savings Account: The basics

By Rubina Ahmed-Haq November 25, 2019

The Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) turned ten this year and since 2009 everyone in Canada over the age of 18 and who has a valid social insurance number (SIN), is eligible to open a TFSA. read more

Money Tips For Returning To Work After Maternity Leave

By Rubina Ahmed-Haq October 28, 2019

Going back to work after maternity leave can be a big adjustment. After all, you’ve probably spent every day of the last year with your precious new baby. read more

Pre-baby financial planning

By Rubina Ahmed-Haq October 08, 2019

You just found out you’re having a baby. Congratulations! This can be an exciting time as you prepare for the new bundle of joy to enter your life. read more

Women Should Save As If Single

By Rubina Ahmed-Haq September 20, 2019

When it comes to household finances, many women rely on their partners to take care of their future financial needs. But a new book wants to change women’s attitudes when it comes to saving for the future. read more

The "Pink Tax" Cost Women Thousands Yearly

By Rubina Ahmed-Haq August 20, 2019

If you haven’t heard of the “Pink Tax” before, it refers to the well-documented phenomenon that women often pay more than men for similar items. read more