Are Howie and Pamela on track to retire at 55?
The numbers look good, but to be sure they should "test drive" living on the income they plan to...
Ask a Money Coach
When should you stop contributing to an RRSP?
Denis is in his early 50s, with a modest income. Would contributing to a TFSA instead help him to...
Can you use a line of credit as a “forced” savings plan?
Chris finds there isn’t a reliable amount of cash available for saving at the end of every pay cycle,...
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...
Advertisement
“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...
Playing investment catch-up
At age 50, Viki’s putting aside $12,000 a year. Will that give her enough to retire comfortably at 67?
Helping older relatives with money management
Angela's in-laws are living with her, and claim they don’t have enough money to pay their fair share of...
Getting a head start on their golden years
Tim is 47, and his wife is 46. They’re aggressively paying off their mortgage and will have defined benefit...
Advertisement
Can you swing early retirement, financially? Try a “test drive”
Julie and Peter are on track to have $100,000 after taxes to spend in retirement. It may even be...