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Can you survive on Canada’s government pension alone in retirement? Experts say you might be surprised + MORE May 10th
Until fairly recently, CPP replaced a quarter of your average work earnings — but it’s already providing more. We asked experts what to do if CPP and OAS will make up most of your retirement income..... More »
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Meet Russ Dyck
Russ Dyck, a Certified Financial Planner and founder of Finovo, specializes in financial planning for professional couples and young professionals. He is passionate about helping clients navigate complex financial decisions with clarity and confidence, tailoring each plan to meet t.... More »
How financial journalists plan their own retirement + MORE Aug 15th
It’s an occupational hazard of personal finance (PF) journalism that the writers’ lives are an open book. Anyone reading Retired Money knows my age and that I recently had to convert my RRSP into a RRIF. And I’m not alone: this summer has seen the retirement of some long-time PF columnists, no.... More »
TFSA vs RRSP: How to decide between the two + MORE Mar 30th
One of the most common questions out there is whether to invest in a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) or a tax-free savings account (TFSA). Both will help you save, and save on taxes, but each works in a different way. Understanding how these accounts work will help you decide which is best.... More »
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 »
What happens at the end of a reverse mortgage?
– moneysense.ca
When you get a reverse mortgage, you tap the equity in your home without having to sell it. There are several advantages to having a reverse mortgage, for those who qualify: For one, you gain access to part of the cash value of your home, increasing your liquidity. Setup and legal fees are rolled into the loan amount, and aren’t due until the end of the mortgage (be aware that interest will accrue). And you can remain in your home without having to make monthly loan repayments, as you would with a home equity line of credit or a standard mortgage—so your monthly expenses will not increase as a result. (This article shares additional details and can help you decide if a reverse mortgage is right for you.)
But what happens at the end of a reverse mortgage? A common myth is that the lender can take your home when the loan is due; that isn’t the case. Let’s look at what actually happens.
Three common ways for a reverse mortgage to end
A reverse mortgage usually ends in one of three ways: either the homeowners die; they sell their property and move away; or they move into a retirement residence or long-term care…
But what happens at the end of a reverse mortgage? A common myth is that the lender can take your home when the loan is due; that isn’t the case. Let’s look at what actually happens.
Three common ways for a reverse mortgage to end
A reverse mortgage usually ends in one of three ways: either the homeowners die; they sell their property and move away; or they move into a retirement residence or long-term care…
