by import | Jul 28, 2014 | Blog, Retirement Planning
Whether you are decades away from retirement or if it is just around the corner, being aware of the planning opportunities will take the fear and uncertainty out of this major life event. The Big Question – How much will I Need to Retire? Recent studies reported in...
by import | Dec 16, 2013 | Blog, Recent Blogs, Retirement Planning, Tax Planning
While you are busy with your year-end tasks and planning your holiday merrymaking, you should also include a little tax planning. There are receipts to find and records to review – not just for the upcoming tax season but for the year ahead. Take a moment to review...
by import | Feb 12, 2013 | Blog, Retirement Planning, RRSP, TFSA
Lately, one question clients are asking me is whether they should contribute to a Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA) or a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)? Personally, I really like the TFSA. however it doesn’t have to be an either or choice. Why not do both? ...
by import | Jan 15, 2013 | Blog, Retirement Planning, RRSP
Many of us set New Year’s resolutions for ourselves and often those resolutions have to do with finances. January is the month we say, “Ok, this year I am going to save more and spend less”. This article won’t tell you how to spend less, but it will outline two...
by import | Jan 14, 2013 | Articles of Interest, Blog, Retirement Planning
By BrighterLife.ca Do you dream of travelling extensively during retirement but wonder whether you can afford it? It is possible: The key to efficient and frugal travel is finding ways to make the best use of your travel dollar without compromising on quality. 1....
by import | Dec 19, 2012 | - RRIF, Blog, Investing, Life Stages, Retirement Planning, RRSP
Do you know someone with a Registered Savings Plan (RSP) and turning 71 – maybe your parents, brother or perhaps yourself? If you do, you should be aware of some decisions that have to be made to the Registered Savings Plan. The Income Tax Act says that you have...