Is early retirement a realistic goal for most people?
Some financial independence bloggers promote the idea that less work equals more happiness, which may not be true for...
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Canadians are still paying too much in investment fees
Millennials and Gen Z missed the memo on how much management fees erode returns over the long term, according...
Good news: Your RRSP is probably in better shape than you think
In his new book, MoneySense contributor David Aston says a “basic” retirement at age 65 can be achieved with...
Can you have too much invested inside an RRSP?
If both members of a couple die with a huge combined RRIF, their heirs may share half the estate...
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How long will your retirement nest egg last?
Studies show that for every retiree who is spending too little, there is another one who is spending too...
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.
The pros and cons of dividend investing
Sure, dividend income can be valuable at certain stages of life. Just don't romanticize it—or make it your everything.
Are GICs right for retirees who want fixed income?
Skittish investors like GICs' guarantee of their principal, but it’s important to look at the total return on your...
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A new kind of annuity designed to help Canadian retirees live well, for longer
Afraid of outliving your retirement savings? The latest federal budget may (or may not) have an answer for you