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Tontines in Canada: Moving from theory to practice as a solution to our retirement crisis

You may be hearing about new products that sound like tontines, even if they’re not called tontines. Here’s why....

Tontines in Canada: Moving from theory to practice as a solution to our retirement crisis
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Delaying CPP and OAS to age 70: Is it worth the wait?

The longer you wait to use CPP and OAS, the more you could earn monthly. But with the recent...

Delaying CPP and OAS to age 70: Is it worth the wait?
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Rising rates are good news for near-retirees seeking longevity insurance

Annuities are getting more attractive, so is it time to inch in as rates rise further?

Rising rates are good news for near-retirees seeking longevity insurance
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CDRs vs US blue-chip stocks: Which makes more sense for Canadian investors

ADRs can be attractive, but here’s a case for CDRs for Canadians—plus a warning for tax time.

CDRs vs US blue-chip stocks: Which makes more sense for Canadian investors

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Do inflation-linked bonds make sense in an era of rising interest rates?

The risks and rewards of investing in TIPS, RRBs and the ETFs that hold them.

Do inflation-linked bonds make sense in an era of rising interest rates?
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Has the pandemic ended the dream of retiring abroad?

Still want to retire abroad? The pandemic has made its impact on retirement plans, but some say it can...

Has the pandemic ended the dream of retiring abroad?

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Should you buy back pension service from your employer?

There are pros and cons to topping up your years of pensionable service, and the longer you live, the...

Should you buy back pension service from your employer?

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12 top personal finance books to read this summer

From self-directed investing to macroeconomics, these worthy volumes will help boost your financial insights and confidence.

12 top personal finance books to read this summer

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Should retirees reduce RRIF payments during COVID-19?

In March, the federal government gave RRIF owners the option of withdrawing 25% less than the mandated annual minimums...

Should retirees reduce RRIF payments during COVID-19?

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