Posts by Jason Heath
New Rules Boost Financial Protection For Seniors, But Getting Them To Opt In Can Be A Delicate Process
The article “New rules boost financial protection for seniors, but getting them to opt in can be a delicate process” was originally published in Financial Post on July 27, 2021. CSA introduces trusted contacts, temporary holds on transactions for seniors and investors with diminished mental capacity. The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) have introduced a requirement…
Read MoreCan You Receive A Government Pension If You Live Outside Of Canada?
The article “Can you receive a government pension if you live outside of Canada?” was originally published on MoneySense on July 19, 2021. Photo by Frida Aguilar Estrada on Unsplash. Helen wants to know if her father can receive Old Age Security benefits, despite not living in Canada for many years. Q. My father, who was…
Read MoreRESP Guide: Making The Shift From Saving For Your Child’s Post-Secondary Education, To Funding It.
The article “RESP guide: Making the shift from saving for your child’s post-secondary education, to funding it” was originally published on MoneySense on July 12, 2021. Photo by Zen Chung from Pexels. Parents may spend years contributing to Registered Education Savings Plans for their kids, but only realize when it’s time to pay for college…
Read MoreAre You Entitled To Anything When Your Ex-spouse Dies?
The article “Are you entitled to anything when your ex-spouse dies?” was originally published on MoneySense on July 5, 2021. Photo by Teona Swift from Pexels. Ginette wonders if she can claim survivor benefits although she and her late former husband were no longer together. Q. My ex-husband died a month ago. Am I allowed any…
Read MoreHere’s What You Need To Know If Your Retirement Is Riding On Your Rental Property Income.
The article “Here’s what you need to know if your retirement is riding on your rental property income” was originally published in Financial Post on July 2, 2021. Jason Heath: There are unique tax, cash flow, and estate planning considerations for landlords in retirement. A rental property funded with a mortgage may provide a comparable…
Read MoreWhat Happens To Real Estate When A Spouse Dies And Property Isn’t Held Jointly?
The article “What happens to real estate when a spouse dies and property isn’t held jointly?” was originally published on MoneySense on June 30, 2021. Photo by Elina Fairytale from Pexels. Barb’s mother is living in a house that was owned by her deceased father, and remains in the name of his estate. Should the…
Read MoreA Guide To Spousal RRSPs For Married And Common-Law Partners
The article “A guide to spousal RRSPs for married and common-law partners” was originally published on MoneySense on June 21, 2021. Photo created by gpointstudio – www.freepik.com. There are benefits, but also potential pitfalls, to beware of when considering contributions to your spouse or partner’s registered retirement savings plan. A Certified Financial Planner breaks them…
Read MoreWhat Tenants Need To Know About Buying Out Their Rental
The article “What tenants need to know about buying out their rental” was originally published on MoneySense on June 14, 2021. Photo by cottonbro from Pexels. Douglas is considering buying the property he rents from his landlord. There are considerations and opportunities for everyone involved. Q. I live in an apartment in a big home in…
Read MoreTax Planning For Canadians Who Invest In The U.S.
The article “Tax planning for Canadians who invest in the U.S.” was originally published on MoneySense on June 10, 2021. Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels. There are good reasons for Canadians to invest in the U.S., including portfolio diversification. Just keep these tax-planning and compliance requirements in mind. It’s no surprise that many Canadians…
Read MoreThese Are The Mistakes Do-It-Yourself Retirement Planners Make Most Often
The article “These are the mistakes do-it-yourself retirement planners make most often“ was originally published on Financial Post on June 3, 2021. PHOTO BY CHLOE CUSHMAN/NATIONAL POST ILLUSTRATION FILES Jason Heath: By planning prudently, you can retire earlier, spend more in retirement, or leave a larger inheritance When you make a mistake planning your retirement,…
Read MoreWhen Does It Make Sense To Sell Real Estate In A Larger City And Buy In A Smaller One?
The article “When does it make sense to sell real estate in a larger city and buy in a smaller one?“ was originally published on MoneySense on May 31, 2021. Photo by Shelagh Murphy from Pexels. If Alison’s annual rent exceeds 5% of the cost to buy a comparable home, she may be in a…
Read MoreEstate Planning Changes In Ontario
The article “Estate planning changes in Ontario“ was originally published on MoneySense on May 25, 2021. Photo created by pressfoto – www.freepik.com. Estate planning changes in Ontario Virtual signing and remote witnessing are now permanent options for clients and lawyers creating wills and powers of attorney in Ontario. Here’s how these and other changes…
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