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When should I start saving for retirement?

When should I start saving for retirement?

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Women’s wealth is growing. Here’s how advisors can serve them better | Advisor.ca

Women’s wealth is growing. Here’s how advisors can serve them better | Advisor.ca

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The Parts Of Long-Term Financial Planning That Everyone Should Know

The Parts Of Long-Term Financial Planning That Everyone Should Know

As financial markets become more volatile, it's important to have these six components in place for a financially secure retirement.
How much life insurance is the right amount? Let’s set up some time to discuss the details such as how long you need it and what kind might be right for you. You can walk out feeling more confident and educated on your options.


Script: How much life insurance is the right amount? Simply put, the amount of life insurance you need depends on your unique situation. A good place to start is to figure out how much life insurance you may need… how long you need it for… and what kind might be right for you. Let’s look at an example: Jackie is 33 years old… and has two kids. She has four goals for her life insurance: Leave money to her family to pay off her mortgage. Top up her kids’ registered education savings plans. Pay off her student loans. And, replace her income for 10 years. Based on these goals, Jackie is looking at a 1-million-dollar life insurance policy. If she died, her family could choose to use the insurance payout to: Put 300-thousand dollars toward the mortgage. Add 60-thousand dollars to the kids’ RESPs. Pay off her 40-thousand-dollar student loan. And… cover the family’s ongoing costs with the remaining 600-thousand dollars. How much do life insurance payments cost per month? In Jackie’s case, a 1-million-dollar, 30-year term policy for a non-smoking, 33-year-old woman… could cost about 80-dollars per month. For a man of the same age, it’s closer to 110-dollars per month. How long do you need your coverage to last? For a younger person… or a couple with debt and a mortgage, a 30-year policy or longer may be suitable. For someone in their forties… with little debt and a small mortgage… a 20-year policy might be the right fit. What are your options? Your employer may offer life insurance through your employee benefits. But… it may not be enough. And you can lose that coverage if you change employers. You may want to consider more life insurance. In which case, you have two types to choose from: Term life insurance. And… permanent life insurance. Any amount of life insurance can help give your loved ones some financial security when you die. Your unique situation will inform the amount and type of insurance you need. For more tips and tools, visit sunlife.ca.
How women in Canada can start investing - MoneySense

How women in Canada can start investing - MoneySense

You have a lot of financial responsibilities—and you’re managing them all on your own. But how are your investments doing? Here’s what Canadian women (and those in their lives) need to know about investing.
Can you invest your time and money in a mid-career gap and still be financially secure?

Can you invest your time and money in a mid-career gap and still be financially secure?

Even for those who can’t afford such a gap, identifying your values and stress testing your financial situation and long-term goals can be an invaluable exercise in realigning your focus on what matters most, such as spending more time with family or pursuing other goals.

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