Retirement Income
15 Top Principles of Money Most People Get Wrong
Are your finances where you want them to be? If not, there’s a very good chance that one of these 15, or maybe several of them are the underlying root cause. I’ve seen the finances of thousands of people and these are the principles that I find people most commonly get wrong, that have a…
Read MoreFinancial Post Article: 54-year-old’s retirement plan needs finessing in sickness and in health
The Financial Post asked me to review the finances of a 54-year old teacher who lives on her own and has health issues. She is wondering at what age she will be able to retire, and keep the same lifestyle she has now. In this article you’ll learn: CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO READ THE…
Read MoreFinancial Post Article: Costly divorce leaves this 61-year-old woman wondering if she can ever retire
The Financial Post asked me to review the finances of an Edmonton woman who is in the process of finalizing a costly divorce and preparing for a fresh start. She is looking for ways to retire soon, despite her divorce and her age. In this article you’ll learn: CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO READ THE…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Status Symbol & Making a Difference in the World
In my latest YouTube video and podcast episode I talk about the ultimate status symbol and making a real difference in the world. That may sound like two completely different topics, but it’s actually one topic and I’m going to show you how to do both at the same time! Here’s what I cover: Each…
Read MoreFinancial Post Article: Looking for the right strategy to draw down retirement income
The Financial Post asked me to review the finances of a Toronto couple who would like to know the best strategy for drawing income from their pension, RRSPs, Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security. Currently they have focused their investment strategy on dividend-paying stocks (largely based in North America) and away from growth and…
Read MoreFinancial Post Article: Early retirement just a dream for couple who want to buy new home in Vancouver
The Financial Post asked me to review the finances of a Vancouver couple whose money is already tied up in real estate, but want to purchase a new home. What’s the better option when it comes to saving for retirement: real estate or the markets? It’s a question Joe* and Alice are grappling with as…
Read MoreAre You Poor, Middle Class Or Wealthy?
Are you poor, middle class or wealthy? After seeing the finances of thousands of people, I’ve noticed patterns to determine if someone is poor, middle class or wealthy. In my latest YouTube video and podcast episode you’ll learn where you fit along the spectrum of wealth, how each thinks and invests differently, and how you…
Read MoreSmith Manoeuvre AFTER You Retire
What do you do with the Smith Manoeuvre AFTER you retire? My latest video and podcast episode is for you if you already know the basics of the Smith Manoeuvre. You have been doing this strategy for awhile, you’ve converted your mortgage to tax deductible, and you’re thinking about retiring. You’ve got a big investment…
Read MoreTop 10 Things to Know to Be in Control of Your Finances
Want to get serious about your finances? Every day I talk to people who come to see me for financial advice because they’ve come to a point where they realize – “I should probably do something smarter with my money, but I’m not quite sure what.” When you get to that point, what do you…
Read MoreIs Typical Retirement Advice Good Advice?
If you’re thinking of retiring or your parents or friends are retiring, beware of the typical advice you get. In my latest video and podcast episode, I talk about the 5 conventional wisdom rules of thumb for retirees. As the unconventional wisdom guy, I do the math for you to see whether they actually worked…
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