Brent Weaver, CFP RRC - IG Wealth Management

It's true that some people I meet don't realize that their "RRSP" is actually a LIRA...sometimes no one took the time to explain the difference. Here's a good primer:

Meet LIRA, the Lesser-Known Retirement Savings Plan Do you have a LIRA? You might and not know it.

Self-employed people - instead of taking more of your business income as salary to increase RRSP room, ask me how to mimic an RRSP's tax deferral status in non-registered accounts.

No More RRSP Room? No Problem Here’s where to save when you’ve maxed out your RRSPs.

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Although this article is from the past, the advice is even more timely now - the volatility we've been seeing recently means this is a great time to be putting money into your investments.

Stop the Last Minute Lump-sum RRSP Investment Many of us will haphazardly deposit a chunk of change into our RRSP account before this year’s March 1 contribution deadline. Here’s why you should...

Sending our best wishes for a joyful holiday season and a happy new year.

Starting in 2019 we'll be rolling out new initiatives to increase financial literacy for Canadians...with our primary focus being on youth, seniors, new Canadians, and indigenous peoples. If you'd like to partner with us on any of these let me know:

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With the announcement that the TFSA contribution limit is rising to $6,000 for 2019 here's a good primer on TFSAs. As always, HOW you use them is more important than just having one. If you're not sure ask me for general tips:

The TFSA limit is rising to $6,000: Here’s why you should contribute every penny of it Jamie Golombek: TFSAs have been extremely popular among millions of Canadians and for good reason. Here’s a rundown of some of their benefits