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Unlocking the Annuity Puzzle: Why Canadians avoid what seems to be the perfect retirement vehicle

Annuities promise guaranteed lifetime income—so why do Canadians avoid them? We unpack the “annuity puzzle” and when they may...

Unlocking the Annuity Puzzle: Why Canadians avoid what seems to be the perfect retirement vehicle
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What’s my RRSP contribution limit?

Your RRSP contribution limit comes from unused deduction room plus 18% of last year’s income. Use our RRSP calculator...

What’s my RRSP contribution limit?
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How does a pension buyback work?

A DB pension plan member may have the opportunity to buy back pensionable service to increase their future pension....

How does a pension buyback work?

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Making the most of the pension tax credit

Under what circumstances can you obtain the greatest tax savings on this $2,000 credit?

Making the most of the pension tax credit

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Retired Money

The 4% rule, revisited: A more flexible approach to retirement income

Experts weigh in on how the classic 4% withdrawal rule is evolving—and how retirees can tailor it to their...

The 4% rule, revisited: A more flexible approach to retirement income
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Retirement

From RRSP to RRIF—managing your investments in retirement

Learn how to navigate the transition from RRSP to RRIF, plan withdrawals, manage taxes, and tailor your retirement strategy...

From RRSP to RRIF—managing your investments in retirement

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Who you gonna trust: Barry Ritholtz or Jim Cramer?

A trio of new books from notable (and notorious) authors offer fresh insights on retirement investing.

Who you gonna trust: Barry Ritholtz or Jim Cramer?
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How to bridge the gap until an inheritance

A MoneySense reader has limited retirement income, a paid-off condo, and anticipates a substantial inheritance from her mother. How...

How to bridge the gap until an inheritance

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Why late-career savers need to be careful with RRSPs

While most Canadians will benefit from continuing to contribute until the day they retire, some will be better off...

Why late-career savers need to be careful with RRSPs

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