Can you have too much invested inside an RRSP?
If both members of a couple die with a huge combined RRIF, their heirs may share half the estate...
Retirement
Is Dane, 50, on the right track with his early retirement strategy?
To bridge the gap between his last day of work, and the start of his defined-benefit pension payments at...
Should you borrow to pay expenses on an investment property?
Garry, who’s retired, needs additional cash to cover the cost of maintaining a property he rents out. Should he...
7 ways to prepare for retirement
Make bank into your golden years with these smart money tips.
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Understanding your company pension plan
While the specifics can vary widely from plan to plan, a good place to start is with the basic...
Looking for reliable books and online resources on retirement? Here are a few
Even if you’re working with a financial planner or advisor, it’s worth your time to read up on financial...
Should James take a lump-sum pension buyout and invest the money himself?
Upon closer consideration, many people find that keeping their guaranteed pension payments leaves them better off.
How to avoid tax-payment nightmares when RRIF withdrawals start
The solution to minimizing any tax shocks? Mimic the "taxed at source" treatment most employees experience. Here's how.
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“Am I on track?” Krista, a 34-year-old Montrealer, saves $20,000 a year
Longevity runs in Krista’s family—so, although retirement is 30 years away, she worries about outliving her money. How much...