Why January is the perfect time to build the retirement plan you’ve been avoiding
Open this photo in gallery: Nuthawut Somsuk/iStockPhoto / Getty Images January is a difficult month for financial optimism…
Waiting for $1-million: What this 55-year-old project manager learned from getting stuck in inheritance limbo
Open this photo in gallery: The Beneficiary: “Charlotte” is a 55-year-old divorced, single mom of two teenagers who…
How a retired accountant spent his frugal father’s inheritance meaningfully
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‘How do I determine when I reach the CPP maximum pension contributions in my working years?’
Open this photo in gallery: Illustration by The Globe and Mail How do I determine when I reach…
They inherited $900,000 from their dad. Here’s how two siblings split it with a brother who’s bad with money
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Worked abroad? Here’s what to consider about moving your pension savings to Canada
Open this photo in gallery: Many Canadians have built retirement savings outside the country.Illustration by Sam Island The…
‘I’m 58, a single parent and I’ve only banked $230,000 for retirement. How can I save more?’
I’m 58 and have been on my own for the past 14 years. My ex has been giving…
‘I’m about to retire. With 90% equities and 10% cash, should I decrease my investment risk level?’
I’m in my late 50s but am retiring at 60. My partner, who earns $110,000 gross per year,…
‘I have all the houses I need’: A 47-year-old entrepreneur mulls what to do after inheriting multiple homes
The Beneficiary: “David” is a 47-year-old entrepreneur with a background in investment banking. He grew up in a…
‘I’m 45 and just starting to take retirement savings seriously. How much should I have saved by now?’
I’m 45 and just beginning to save for retirement seriously. I’ve heard conflicting advice about how much I…
‘I recently accepted a job. Should I buy back pensionable service years from other workplaces?’
I recently accepted a new position and have the opportunity to buy back up to 10 pensionable service…
An inheritance led to her dream home – and is now helping this 68-year-old plan her own will
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