Retirement

How to plan for old age when you don’t have kids

More and more Canadians are entering their golden years without grown children to help out should they lose their...

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How financial journalists plan their own retirement

Do personal finance journalists ever really retire? Jonathan Chevreau talks to Rob Carrick and other long-time writers about stepping...

Retirement

RRIF and LIF withdrawal rates: Everything you need to know

Most registered retirement savings plans are eventually converted to registered retirement income funds. Here’s what to know about RRIF...

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Retirement planning advice for people who don’t use an advisor

Retirement Club for Canadians offers a sounding board and resources for people who manage retirement finance all on their...

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Should I use retirement savings to pay off credit card debt?

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How to allocate a RRIF for secure income in retirement

Should you hold equities? Fixed income? An annuity? Or all three? Financial advisors debate the options in today’s “tariffied”...

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Is real estate the best investment for a Canadian retiree?

I had three meetings this past week with Canadian clients where I challenged their real estate strategies. Here’s why.

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How the Liberals’ re-election impacts RRIFs, taxes and more

The party’s platform proposals may impact RRIF minimum withdrawals, income tax and more. Here’s how Canadians can plan for...

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How to avoid RRSP overcontributions when you have a deferred profit sharing plan

Maxing out employer contributions is an easy way to boost your retirement savings. Here’s how to do it without...