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Should I cash my RRSP to pay off my mortgage?

Four reasons why you might not want to tap your RRSPs to become mortgage-free.

Should I cash my RRSP to pay off my mortgage?

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How is a non-registered account taxed upon death?

Here’s a primer for Canadians planning for the tax payable on a non-registered account at death, including capital gains...

How is a non-registered account taxed upon death?
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Moving money from RRSPs, RRIFs and TFSAs in retirement

To have liquidity and reduce taxes, Canadians can move money between registered accounts. But what are the tax, contribution...

Moving money from RRSPs, RRIFs and TFSAs in retirement

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RBC’s discount broker launches international trading—what to know before you invest

It’s a first among bank-owned discount brokers in Canada. With more banks likely to follow RBC's lead, what should...

RBC’s discount broker launches international trading—what to know before you invest

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Should you take extra RRIF withdrawals to increase your estate?

Contrary to the conventional advice, taking more than the minimum RRIF withdrawal can at times save tax on your...

Should you take extra RRIF withdrawals to increase your estate?
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Retirement

What’s my RRSP contribution limit?

Find out your current registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) contribution limit by using this calculator.

What’s my RRSP contribution limit?

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Should you invest an inheritance in an RRSP or a TFSA?

A Certified Financial Planner provides perspective on the TFSA vs. RRSP question for a couple in their late 50s...

Should you invest an inheritance in an RRSP or a TFSA?
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Year-end tax and financial planning considerations

Some strategies are time-sensitive, while others can help you start the new year on the right foot.

Year-end tax and financial planning considerations

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Retirement

When your pension isn’t big enough, what do you do? 

With a mix of pension benefits, registered accounts and other assets, it’s entirely possible to build a comfortable retirement.

When your pension isn’t big enough, what do you do? 

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