How much should you withdraw from your RRIF?
Sandy wants to deplete a registered retirement income fund by age 90 and wonders how much to take out...
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A guide to spousal RRSPs for married and common-law partners
There are benefits, but also potential pitfalls, to beware of when considering contributions to your spouse or partner’s registered...
Maximizing spousal RRSP contributions in your 70s
Don wants to know exactly when is the cutoff for contributions in his wife’s case, and when to convert...
Should you always split your pension income?
Narayan wants to know the best ways to save income tax, given the disparity between his income and his...
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What to consider if you still have RRSP contribution room
With just weeks left before the contribution deadline, a Certified Financial Planner rounds up key facts and common RRSP...
How to make the most of your TFSAs in retirement
It’s generally better to contribute to a tax-free savings account than an RRSP as you approach your post-employment years....
Should retirees reduce RRIF payments during COVID-19?
In March, the federal government gave RRIF owners the option of withdrawing 25% less than the mandated annual minimums...
Is Carol better off withdrawing all the money from her RRIF now?
At age 73, she believes this strategy will allow her to claim additional Guaranteed Income Supplement and and rent...
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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.