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Optimal Timing for Old Age Security Benefits

Optimal Timing for Initiating Old Age Security Benefits

One of the pivotal questions frequently encountered by retirees is, “When should I start  Old Age Security (OAS) benefits?” Should OAS be commenced at age 65, or would it be more advantageous to delay starting OAS to age 70? Understanding Old Age Security (OAS) Old Age Security is a monthly

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This is an essential conversation that clients are having with their parents when they reach their mid-70s, and clients in their mid-70s have with their children.

What is the Eldercare Conversation?

Excerpts from the Book – Preserving Wealth – written by Jack Lumsden, MBA, CFP® The COVID-19 Pandemic highlighted the key issue of Eldercare in Canada and why everyone should include an Eldercare strategy in their financial plan. In my experience, this is an essential conversation that clients are having with

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Uncle Waynes Top Estate Planning Tips

Appendix A: Uncle Wayne’s Top Estate Planning Tips

For your FREE E-reader Copy of Preserving Wealth, CLICK HERE   For more information, refer to Preserving Wealth: The Next Generation – The definitive guide to protecting, investing, and transferring wealth by Jack Lumsden, MBA, CFP®. Buy Preserving Wealth CLICK HERE For your FREE Copy of Preserving Wealth, CLICK HERE

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It is important to have the Estate Document Conversation with your family and power of attorney.

The Estate Documents Conversation

Excerpts from the Book – Preserving Wealth – written by Jack Lumsden, MBA, CFP® Living through the COVID-19 Pandemic has made more people review their estate plans and ensure they have what is required. A critical part of this review is to include an Estate Documents Conversation with their family. 

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Simplifying Timing of CPP for Retirees

Simplifying the Timing of Canada Pension Plan (CPP) for Retirees

One question that arises often among retirees is, “When should we start taking CPP (Canada Pension Plan)?” Is it better to begin receiving benefits as early as possible or defer them longer? Understanding Canada Pension Plan (CPP) The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) is a government pension program that provides lifelong

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RRSP Maturity Options: What You Need to Know

You don’t have to wait until you’re 71 to convert your RRSP. You can do it anytime before then, depending on what works best for ...
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He Starts Now. She Waits. CPP and Retirement

A Barbell Approach to CPP That Just Might Work for You Too Ross and Rachel are a couple I’ve been working with for years. Rachel ...
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Why retirees need a bear market plan explained by Jack Lumsden, MBA, CFP®
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Why Every Retiree Needs a Bear Market Plan

Let’s be honest—market declines aren’t maybe in retirement. They are when. A typical retirement lasts 30 years, and during that time, there could be five ...
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Three of our Best Insights for March

Our Monthly 3-2-1- Newsletter RESOURCE: Five Key Mindsets for the Transition to Retirement Our blog has grown tremendously over the last three years, with over ...
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How to Avoid Losing Money in the Stock Market by Jack Lumsden MBA, CFP®, Financial Advisor.
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How to Avoid Losing Money in the Stock Market

Lately, market volatility has been making headlines, leaving many investors wondering what they should do. Should you sell? Hold steady? Make changes? Before making any ...
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Game Plan Strategy for your beneficiary financial checklist.
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Game Plan Strategy: Beneficiary Financial Checklist

We’re here to help you stay on track with your financial goals. This monthly checklist is designed to keep your financial plan moving in the ...
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