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How much are withholding taxes on RRSPs and RRIFs? Jun 15th
I need to withdraw $6,600 from my RRIF over the next six months. This amount is in addition to my annual minimum. If I do the withdrawals in six monthly amounts of $1,100 (total of $6,600), will the tax withholding rate be 10% on each $1,100, or will it be a higher rate on the total $6,600 over the .... More »
“Where do we pay income tax if we retire abroad?” Apr 27th
Q. We’re thinking about moving to Mexico full-time when we retire. Where would we pay income tax on our monthly Canadian pensions?
–Marianna
A. Many Canadians dream of a retirement that includes travel abroad. Some even move abroad part of the year, most of the year, or give up their Canadian r.... More »
Where should working retirees put extra income: A TFSA or an RRSP? Jan 11th
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I will be receiving CPP and OAS as of June 2024. I intend on working one more year until I reach 66. My question is: Should I put all my CPP money into an RRSP to shelter it from tax? Or should I pay the tax on it and invest in a tax-free savings account?
–Gary
Where to put r.... More »
How to calculate the taxable amount for a cashed-in whole life insurance policy + MORE Apr 19th
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I cashed in my whole life insurance policy last year and received a T5 suggesting I have to pay tax on the full amount of my cash value. Is this correct? The cash surrender value was $27,000, I paid $28,000 in premiums, and they told me my pure cost of net insurance was $30,000, whate.... More »
What is the CPP Survivor’s Pension? How can Canadians claim this benefit? + MORE Feb 15th
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My wife passed away, and I heard about the survivor’s pension. Can you tell me more about this benefit and how to receive it?—Kevin
What is the CPP Survivor’s Pension?
Thanks for your email, Kevin. Losing a spouse or common-law partner is one of the most challenging e.... More »
A guide to the best robo-advisors in Canada for 2021
– moneysense.ca
The robos have invaded. What was once a little-known investing tool for tech-savvy investors is now so commonplace, everyone from newbie savers to retired boomers using robo advisors to help manage their money.
While advisors and traditional fund companies still manage the majority of money in Canada, with people paying more attention to fees and with interest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) increasing, robo advisors will only see their assets under management continue to rise. According to the research aggregator Statista, Canadian robos will hold an estimated US$8.1 billion in assets under management in 2020, which, it predicts, will rise to US$16.6 billion by 2023, for a 26.7% compound annual growth rate.
As time goes on, these companies are also getting more sophisticated in their offerings. Some robos now offer chequing accounts, others let you pick stocks or buy insurance or offer real-life financial advice. You can invest in all kinds of accounts too, including tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs), registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs), registered retirement income fund (RRIFs), registered education savings plans (RESPs) and others…
While advisors and traditional fund companies still manage the majority of money in Canada, with people paying more attention to fees and with interest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) increasing, robo advisors will only see their assets under management continue to rise. According to the research aggregator Statista, Canadian robos will hold an estimated US$8.1 billion in assets under management in 2020, which, it predicts, will rise to US$16.6 billion by 2023, for a 26.7% compound annual growth rate.
As time goes on, these companies are also getting more sophisticated in their offerings. Some robos now offer chequing accounts, others let you pick stocks or buy insurance or offer real-life financial advice. You can invest in all kinds of accounts too, including tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs), registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs), registered retirement income fund (RRIFs), registered education savings plans (RESPs) and others…
Some people plan to downsize in retirement, either because they will be empty nesters and no longer need the space, or because they need or want the proceeds from selling their current home to help fund retirement. Whatever their individual reasons, some Canadians want to consider buying the home they will retire to in the future, today.
A cottage or a condo down south are options for some, but these properties are often owned in addition to a “city home.” A more complicated consideration is buying a condo now in anticipation of someday moving into it as your principal residence.
Buying a condo now, and renting it out in the meantime
You can generally buy a property you intend to rent out with at least a 20% down payment and borrowing up to 80% of the purchase price as a mortgage. Depending on where it’s located, a rental property may or may not have positive cash flow with a 20% down payment. For that reason, it’s important for those with tight cash flow to run the numbers, so they can budget properly if they choose this option…
A cottage or a condo down south are options for some, but these properties are often owned in addition to a “city home.” A more complicated consideration is buying a condo now in anticipation of someday moving into it as your principal residence.
Buying a condo now, and renting it out in the meantime
You can generally buy a property you intend to rent out with at least a 20% down payment and borrowing up to 80% of the purchase price as a mortgage. Depending on where it’s located, a rental property may or may not have positive cash flow with a 20% down payment. For that reason, it’s important for those with tight cash flow to run the numbers, so they can budget properly if they choose this option…
Best high-interest savings accounts in Canada 2021
– moneysense.ca
Regular savings accounts offer very low interest rates, so if you want to earn on your deposits (rather than simply use your account as a temporary “holding tank” for funds you’ll soon be using for purchases, or directing to longer-term saving and investing vehicles), a high-interest savings account is a no-brainer. When shopping for the best high-interest account (HISA) for your needs, there’s more to consider than just the interest rate. So you can make an informed decision, in addition to using the finder tool to compare the fees and features of several different options available, you can scroll down to read seven editors’ picks for the best high-interest savings accounts in Canada.
These are rates offered by Ratehub partners. You can find information about additional product options below.
These are rates offered by Ratehub partners. You can find information about additional product options below.
You can compare high-interest rates in the table above or input your estimated account balance to compare the growth between high-interest savings accounts, Tax-Free Savings Accounts, Registered Retirement Savings Plans and youth savings accounts…
