Posts by Jason Heath
Should You Withdraw From Non-Registered or TFSA Investments In Retirement?
The article “Should you withdraw from non-registered or TFSA investments in retirement?” was originally published in MoneySense on March 8, 2023 . Photo by Greta Hoffman from Pexels. When starting to draw down your investments in retirement, should you sell your non-registered or TFSA stocks, or both? “I have stocks in my TFSA as well…
Read MoreIs Now The Time For Retirees To Sell Stocks And Buy GICs?
The article “Is now the time for retirees to sell stocks and buy GICs?” was originally published in MoneySense on March 3, 2023 . Photo by Mikhail Nilov from Pexels. Many people near or in retirement are worried about stock market volatility. Does it really make sense to put everything into GICs? “My husband is…
Read MoreTriggering Losses By Transferring Investments To A TFSA
The article “Triggering losses by transferring investments to a TFSA” was originally published in MoneySense on March 1, 2023 . Photo by Jonas Leupe on Unsplash. Stavros is worried that contributing an investment in kind to his TFSA will trigger the “superficial loss rule.” Q. I just transferred 200 shares of an ETF from my margin account…
Read MoreA Strategy For Non-Registered And TFSA Accounts In Retirement
The article “A strategy for non-registered and TFSA accounts in retirement” was originally published in MoneySense on March 1, 2023 . Photo by Felicity Tai from Pexels. Between a TFSA and non-registered accounts, what is the most tax-effective way to withdraw to fund retirement? “I’ve got approximately $500,000 in non-registered investments. My TFSA is maxed…
Read MoreThese Are The Adviser Fees, Hidden And Otherwise, That Investors Need To Be Wary Of
The article “These are the adviser fees, hidden and otherwise, that investors need to be wary of” was originally published in Financial Post on February 28, 2023. Photo by Antoni Shkraba from Pexels. Most consumers are still largely in the dark about how much they pay for investment services Despite regulatory efforts to increase fee…
Read MoreShould You Sell Investments At A Loss To Pay Off Debt?
The article “Should you sell investments at a loss to pay off debt?” was originally published in MoneySense on February 27, 2023 . Image by shurkin_son on Freepik. When paying a high interest rate on debt, does it make sense to sell investments that have fallen before their value has been recouped? “I invested $60,000…
Read MoreWho To Name As Executor When Family Members Aren’t An Option
The article “Who to name as executor when family members aren’t an option?” was originally published in MoneySense on February 21, 2023 . Photo by Cottonbro Studio from Pexels. It’s not always possible or beneficial to name a family member or close friend as executor in your will. Here’s when you should consider a professional…
Read MoreAre Spousal And Child Support Payments Taxable?
The article “Are spousal and child support payments taxable?” was originally published in MoneySense on February 13, 2023 . Photo by Cottonbro Studio from Pexels. Spousal and child support payments are taxed differently. And lump-sum payments may come with their own tax implications. “I received a lump sum payment from my ex-husband, as stated in…
Read MoreHow Much To Take Out Of Your RRSP In Your 60s
The article “How much to take out of your RRSP in your 60s” was originally published in MoneySense on February 8, 2023 . Photo by Marcus Aurelius from Pexels. Although RRSP withdrawals can be deferred no later than age 72, it may be necessary or advisable to make withdrawals before then. Many retirees have the…
Read MoreHow to Apply for Probate of an Ontario Estate
When someone dies in Ontario, their investments, real estate, personal belongings, other assets, and debts make up their estate. Assets that are not held jointly with right of survivorship or that do not pass directly to named beneficiaries may require an estate trustee to obtain probate in order to distribute them. An estate trustee must…
Read MoreCan An Executor Borrow Money To Cover Probate Costs?
The article “Can an executor borrow money to cover probate costs?” was originally published in MoneySense on February 6, 2023 . Photo by Gary Barnes from Pexels. Executors have a few options when the estate has outstanding bills and no cash to cover probate fees. Find out what they are. “How does my husband request…
Read MoreHow To Invest As A Teenager In Canada
The article “How to invest as a teenager in Canada” was originally published in MoneySense on February 1, 2023 . Photo by kefkenadasi from Getty Images. Birthday money burning a hole? Read our “investing for teens” guide for where to invest, how to buy stocks, what you need from your parents, and more. If you’re…
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