All posts by: Jacqueline Ozdemir

Top RESP Contribution and Withdrawal Strategies Webcast – Thursday, September 4 at 2:00 pm ET

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Register Here The cost of higher education isn’t cheap. Make the most of your investments in your child’s Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)! Join TD Direct Investing and Jacqueline Ozdemir from Ferguson Financial Planning of CI Assante Capital Management, an upcoming live episode on September 4, 2025, at 2pm EST! In this episode, they will […]

Can You Really Retire at 53 in Canada? A Real Case Study Breakdown

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9LqHIqSFvI&t=1s What if you could walk away from your career at 53 and still afford the lifestyle you’ve worked hard to build, minus the constant stress and with full confidence that your money will last? It’s not a pipe dream. In fact, it’s something we see more often than you might think. The real question […]

What Happens to an In-Trust-For (ITF) Account When Your Child Turns 18 (And Smart Next Steps)

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https://youtu.be/9Mbxt4PkwZc You set up an in-trust-for (ITF) account years ago—maybe to give your kid a head start on post-secondary costs, their first car, or simply to teach them about investing. You’ve been managing that money, carefully choosing stocks or funds, watching it grow. Then comes the big birthday: 18. Suddenly, that account isn’t yours anymore. […]

How to Build a Resilient Retirement Plan That Stays on Track, Even in Down Markets

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https://youtu.be/EDK9yQ0_cnU Let’s be honest—nothing makes future retirees sweat like a big red arrow on the market report. If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “Maybe I should delay retirement until this blows over,” you’re not alone. It’s a natural reaction. Market downturns can feel like a flashing warning sign, telling you to hit pause on your […]

Should You Defer Your OAS in 2025? Pros, Cons and Smart Strategies

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https://youtu.be/WnuL6TD9yX4 Deciding when to start your Old Age Security (OAS) might feel like a simple checkbox on your to-do list. In reality, that timing can spell thousands of dollars gained—or lost—over your retirement years. In 2025, OAS rates, clawback thresholds and tax rules all intersect in ways that call for a clear plan. Do you […]

How Much Can You Actually Spend in Retirement with $1M?

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https://youtu.be/yZwYmCfMlKo Retiring with $1 million in savings feels like a milestone worth celebrating. But here’s the thing: $1M isn’t a magic number that guarantees zero money worries. Depending on how you tap into your RRSP, TFSA and non-registered accounts—plus how benefits like Old Age Security (OAS) get clawed back—you could easily watch six figures vanish […]

Stop Thinking $2 Million Means You’re Set

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https://youtu.be/v-KSdJjmXE4 You’ve worked for years to save and invest. When your accounts crossed into the $2 million zone, it felt like a victory lap. You might even be picturing stress-free days ahead. You know what? That number is a milestone, not the finish line. Once your wealth hits that level, new challenges emerge—bigger market swings, […]

How the Right Withdrawal Order Can Save You Thousands in Retirement

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https://youtu.be/pbT1upyjWPk Retirement planning isn’t just about building a nest egg—it’s about making that nest egg last. One of the biggest “hidden” opportunities (or traps) is the order in which you tap your accounts once you retire. Get it wrong, and you could quietly lose $10,000 or more each year to taxes or clawbacks. Get it […]

Wealth Matters Webcast – Wednesday, April 23 at 3 p.m. ET

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We invite you to attend our Wealth Matters webcast, providing timely investment and global market updates. This session will be presented by John Christensen, Regional Vice-President, Wealth Planning of CI Assante Private Client, and Dilmini Bonas, Regional Vice-President, Wealth Planning of CI Assante Private Client. In this webcast, they will cover: Common pit falls to […]

Simple Financial Steps to Secure Your 2025 Goals

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OG1V-MoWfo0 The start of a new year is a perfect opportunity to take stock of your finances and set the foundation for a prosperous future. While financial planning might seem overwhelming, the key to success lies in consistency and small, actionable steps. Here’s how to prepare your finances for 2025 and beyond. 1. Reviewing Financial […]

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