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Retirement Planning

How Do Chinese-Canadians Retire WAY Before Everyone Else?

by Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
How Do Chinese-Canadians Retire WAY Before Everyone Else?

Growing up, my mom always yelled at me to save money.“Ai Ya! Don’t waste money Chris! You’ll need it when you’re old!” At the time, I kinda just thought she … Read more

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Retiring at 65 is a Dying Dream: Is 70 the New Normal?

by Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Retiring at 65 is a Dying Dream: Is 70 the New Normal?

1. The “Dream vs. Reality” Hook Retire at 65? That worked when houses were $80K and most people didn’t live past the age of 75. But today? You could live … Read more

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Retiring Alone? Why You’re More Likely to Run Out of Money

by Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Retiring Alone? Why You’re More Likely to Run Out of Money

Nearly 1 million Canadians aged 60 to 64 are heading into retirement alone. That’s a staggering 37.8%—almost 4 out of every 10—who are single, divorced, widowed, or separated. And if … Read more

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Can You Retire in Canada on ONLY CPP & OAS?

by Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Can You Retire in Canada on ONLY CPP & OAS?

Many Canadians believe CPP and OAS will be enough to last for their entire retirement. But after speaking and working with retirees who rely on it, I can tell you—it’s … Read more

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Retirement Income Is Shrinking in Canada: Are You at Risk?

by Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
The CRA is Watching TFSA Holders: Avoid These 3 Red Flags

Retirement should be a time to relax, but for many Canadians, it’s becoming a growing financial crisis. Retiree incomes are falling, inflation is rising, and many are left wondering: Will … Read more

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Want the $2,034 Maximum CPP Benefit? Here’s the Salary You Need

by Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Want the $2,034 Maximum CPP Benefit? Here’s the Salary You Need

You’ve worked hard your whole life, but when it’s time to collect CPP, you might be in for a shock. Most Canadians don’t get anywhere near the maximum of around … Read more

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The RRSP Trap: Why Many Canadians Regret Saving in RRSPs

by Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
The RRSP Trap: Why Many Canadians Regret Saving in RRSPs

A lot of Canadians assume RRSPs are a no-brainer for saving money. But after years of working with clients, I’ve seen some costly RRSP misconceptions that left them with regrets … Read more

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3 Secrets of RRSP Millionaires

by Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
3 Secrets of RRSP Millionaires

I’ve worked with many people who have built seven-figure RRSPs, and it’s not because they were the highest earners or stock-picking geniuses. They simply followed a set of key principles. … Read more

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Try This 1 RRSP to TFSA Trick to Keep More Money in Retirement

by Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Try This 1 RRSP to TFSA Trick to Keep More Money in Retirement

I’ve helped countless retirees cut their tax bill just by using this one simple RRSP strategy.  It’s a common mistake—retirees leave money on the table by not properly managing their … Read more

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Key Pension Updates for 2025 (CPP, OAS, GIS, Payment Dates)

by Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Key Pension Updates for 2025 (CPP, OAS, GIS, Payment Dates)

The 2025 pension changes could impact your retirement plans in a big way. Let me show you how to navigate CPP, OAS, and GIS updates to maximize every dollar and … Read more

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