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Kevin Greenard: 10 tips to consider when opening an RESP

Kevin Greenard: 10 tips to consider when opening an RESP

The gift of education is one of the greatest gifts we can give to our children or grandchildren. This gift, however, may come with a hefty price tag.
Kevin Greenard: RESP withdrawal checklist

Kevin Greenard: RESP withdrawal checklist

Kevin Greenard outlines a step-by-step process for withdrawing from a Registered Education Savings Plan.
Kevin Greenard: Splitting your CPP

Kevin Greenard: Splitting your CPP

ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½ Pension Plan contributions made while a couple was married or in a common-law union can be equally divided during or after a divorce or separation.
Kevin Greenard: Sharing your CPP

Kevin Greenard: Sharing your CPP

Since 2007, individuals receiving qualifying pension income were able to split it with their spouse in conjunction with filing their tax return.
Kevin Greenard: When should you start collecting CPP?

Kevin Greenard: When should you start collecting CPP?

One of the most common questions we receive is when should I begin collecting my ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½ Pension Plan? The answer is: It depends.
Kevin Greenard: The impact of variable returns

Kevin Greenard: The impact of variable returns

The variability of investment returns can have a material impact in the early years of investing. Over time, the variability of returns is smoothed out.
Kevin Greenard: Tolerance for volatility and risk

Kevin Greenard: Tolerance for volatility and risk

Two common characteristics we see with our clients that have accumulated wealth is the ability to both assume risk, and the ability to stay the course during periods of volatility.
Kevin Greenard: What to do with your locked-in pension funds

Kevin Greenard: What to do with your locked-in pension funds

These days clients may have had several careers or jobs before they retire. With each job they previously left, they may have had a group retirement plan or locked-in plans that are essentially equivalent to pension type investment accounts.
Kevin Greenard: The Greenard Group's optimal RRIF formula

Kevin Greenard: The Greenard Group's optimal RRIF formula

Discussions with our clients revolve around minimizing the amount of tax they pay over their lifetime. To start the process with clients, we let them know what their estate tax bill will be if they do nothing.
Kevin Greenard: Know your tax rates

Kevin Greenard: Know your tax rates

They say two things in life are certain: death and taxes. The goal for our clients is to help them minimize the taxes they pay over their lifetime. We map out a plan with our clients to help achieve this.