The article “RRSP Withdrawals In Your 40’s” was originally published on MoneySense on October 3, 2017. Converting to a RRIF might be more trouble than it’s worth Q: I’m a federal government employee and was thinking about take some time and using my RRSPs to live on during that time (1…

The artcile “Why Adding Your Kids To The House Title Will Cost You” was originally published on MoneySense on September 26, 2017. It seems to be common practice for seniors to add the kids to ownership of a house. I’m not sure why. Q: My parents have both of their names…

The article “What Taxes Do My LIRA Beneficiaries Have To Pay?” was originally published on MoneySense on September 19, 2017. Be aware of tax bills Q: Is the tax rate on a LIRA the same as the RRIF if I die and the beneficiaries are my children? —Brian A: First, Brian, I…

The article “Risky Robos” was originally published on MoneySense on Septembe 12, 2017. Robo-advisors aren’t dangerous but they aren’t “safe” either Q: My husband needs to set up a RRIF within the next three months. We currently have his RRSP in mutual funds with a bank with poor returns and fees…

The article “How To Invest Your Money In Canada As A U.S. Citizen” was originaly published on MoneySense on September 5th, 2017. Generally, Americans should avoid TFSAs and RESPs Q: I am both a Canadian and American. At this juncture, I will not give up my American citizenship since my family…

The article “Inheriting Cottage Capital Gains” was originally published on MoneySense on August 29, 2017. Jill’s late husband left her a cottage. What happens if she transfers ownership to her stepchildren? Q: My husband passed away last year and left our family cottage to myself and my three adult stepchildren. Right…

The article “Are Investment Fees Tax Deductible?” was originally published on MoneySense on August 22, 2017. Jerry pays a few thousand dollars in monthly fees but they may not be tax deductible Q: I pay a few thousand dollars in monthly fees to the various RRSP funds that I have—all with…

The article “Capital Loss Tax Deductions From Beyond The Grave” was originally published on MoneySense on August 15, 2017. Yvonne’s recently-passed husband had capital losses. Did she maximize the claim on his final tax return? Q: My husband passed away last year and at that time he had unused net capital…

The article “Gifting Your RRIF To Your Children” was originally published on MoneySense on August 8, 2017. Angie wants to give her RRIF to her children while she’s still alive Q: Can I change my RRIF back to RRSPs or put it all in a savings account? Bottom line is I…

The article “Should You Do A Pension Buyback?” was originally published on MoneySense on August 1, 2017. It’s almost always a good idea Q: I have been working at a college for 10 years. The last nine were full-time with pension deductions. My first year was contract and I did not…

The article “The Retirement Reshuffle” was originally published on MoneySense on July 25, 2017. How to rearrange investment accounts in your golden years. Q: I am married with a minor son. My wife and I have been successful saving and investing. Presently we have in excess of fifteen accounts. Mostly in…