Articles By Rob Gerlsbeck:

Investing

Why you should have an Investment Policy Statement

Ensure your portfolio gets home safely no matter what.

Why you should have an Investment Policy Statement

Annuities

What happens to my RRSP when I retire?

Most transfer their assets into a RRIF at 71 for regular monthly payments.

What happens to my RRSP when I retire?

RRSP Guide: What

What is an RRSP, really?

An RRSP is simply a saving or investing account with certain tax-saving characteristics.

What is an RRSP, really?

RRSP Guide: What

Is the money in my RRSP really tax-free?

RRSPs simply defer taxes until later in life when lower tax rates apply.

Is the money in my RRSP really tax-free?

Buying

Can I take money out of my RRSP without a penalty?

Tap your RRSP if you're buying a home or going back to school.

Can I take money out of my RRSP without a penalty?

RRSP Guide: What

Should I get a spousal RRSP?

Spousal RRSPs are ideal for couples with unbalanced incomes.

Should I get a spousal RRSP?

RRSPs

Should I buy stocks, mutual funds or ETFs?

It all comes down to what kind of investor you are.

Should I buy stocks, mutual funds or ETFs?

Mortgages

Should I contribute to my mortgage or RRSP?

Conventional wisdom says make your mortgage a priority.

Should I contribute to my mortgage or RRSP?

RRSPs

Are income trusts a good choice for my RRSP?

Income trusts may still be worthwhile investments but they're probably best kept outside your RRSP.

Are income trusts a good choice for my RRSP?