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Pensions

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Should Kathy take monthly payments or the commuted value of her pension?

A lump sum could allow for some investment opportunities, but that option requires self-control to avoid overspending early in...

Should Kathy take monthly payments or the commuted value of her pension?

Retired Money

Reconsidering when to take CPP benefits amid COVID-19 risk

Most or even all of your Canada Pension Plan benefits may be lost to your partner, should you die...

Reconsidering when to take CPP benefits amid COVID-19 risk

Financial Planning

7 ways to prepare for retirement

Make bank into your golden years with these smart money tips.

7 ways to prepare for retirement
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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...

Understanding your company pension plan

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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.

Should James take a lump-sum pension buyout and invest the money himself?

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Could retiring at 61 significantly reduce your CPP benefit?

Ellen has contributed to the Canada Pension Plan for most of her life. She’d like to retire early, but...

Could retiring at 61 significantly reduce your CPP benefit?

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Can Canadian seniors collect government benefits while still working?

Rose is transitioning to semi-retirement at 65, and wonders about the tax and clawback implications of receiving CPP and...

Can Canadian seniors collect government benefits while still working?

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How to understand your CPP Statement of Contributions

Get an estimate of what your Canada Pension Plan retirement benefit will be at age 60, 65 or 70.

How to understand your CPP Statement of Contributions

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Avoiding future interest is one way to look at your return on investment

Should Vince cash out his medical pension to pay down his mortgage, or keep it as an indexed $400...

Avoiding future interest is one way to look at your return on investment

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