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12/22/2023
Here’s how home owners can age in their own place, even if they are struggling to afford it If you’ve made it to retirement at the age of 65, congratulations. Folks hitting this milestone have another 20.94 years to go, on average, according to Statistics Canada life expectancy data. In other words, the average 65 year old will break 85, which happens to be the threshold where most Canad...
12/12/2023
They Made It to the Top 0.2%—in Age. Here’s What Helped Them Get There. WSJ readers weigh in on the secrets to a long life. Among them: Live with grit, don't slow down, and take care of your mind.
10/28/2023
Seven year-end tax planning ideas for retirees Here are seven clever year-end tax planning ideas for retirees.
09/24/2023
Two smart RRIF strategies to consider as part of your estate planning Don't forget to name the beneficiaries of your RRIF. Today, Here's another RRIF idea that you might consider as you get older.
09/05/2023
How much money to save yearly to retire comfortably Planning for your golden years doesn’t have to scare you. The reality of retirement is far more positive than people think.
08/30/2023
To Retire Someday, When’s The Right Time To Start Investing? With constantly changing regulations, a market that seems to be continuously in flux, and inflation driving costs up across the board, it can be hard to know when and if you should start investing your money.
08/24/2023
The Golden Girls approach: Buying homes together amid high prices Maybe Dorothy, Blanche, Rose and Sophia had it right all along. We remember the stars from the 1980s television series “The Golden Girls” for their wit and quick comebacks, but also for their unique home arrangement: Living (and eventually owning) with each other, without spouses or significant ...
08/03/2023
What is your magic retirement number? How much money do you really need for retirement? One guess is $1.27 million, a new survey from Milwaukee-based Northwestern Mutual shows. But there is no 'Magic Number' for everyone.
07/18/2023
FP Answers: What are the ins-and-outs of splitting RRIF income with a spouse to get the $2,000 tax credit? For most people, it makes sense to convert enough of your RRSP to a RRIF and claim the pension tax credit.
07/05/2023
How You Can Improve Your Mental Health In Retirement: Three Big Tips Some are thrilled to be out of a stressful job or are just worn out while others get depressed they don’t have enough to do.
05/16/2023
Here’s how long Canadian men can expect to live in retirement Life expectancy depends on many factors, including gender and income.
