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A Step-By-Step guide to help beginner’s start planning for retirement in Canada

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A Step-By-Step guide to help beginner’s start planning for retirement in Canada

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  1. RETIREMENT ACTION PLAN CHECKLIST 1. GETTING ORGANIZED: GATHE R THE FOLLOWING FINANCIAL DATA ▢ Pension benefits statement, booklet, and documentation ▢ Most recent investments statements (RRSPs, TFSAs, LIRAs, RRIFs) ▢ Insurance documents, wills, and powers of attorney ▢ Canada Pension Plan (CPP) statement ▢ Debt statements: mortgages, lines of credit, credit cards and loans 2. HOW MUCH WILL YOU NEED? ESTIMATE LIFESTYLE EXPENSES ▢ Create a budget that addresses basic necessities, major expenses, travel, fun and leisure ▢ Make a list of your top 5 financial and lifestyle expenses ▢ Explore costs for health and long term care in your region 3. HOW WILL YOU FUND YOUR LIFESTYLE? OUTLINE INCOME SOURCES ▢ Assess the best time to access Government Benefits (CPP and OAS) ▢ Estimate your annual pension plan benefits (if applicable) (if applicable) ▢ Determine how much sustainable income your investments can produce annually ▢ Include other potential sources of income (part-time work, small business  4. MAPPING OUT LONG TERM FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS ▢ Set your target retirement date ▢ Understand how much you need to save to reach your income goal ▢ Incorporate assumptions for inflation, investment returns and life expectancy 5. PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER ▢ Have a clearly written plan in place, work with  Certified Financial Planner if you need assistance ▢ Have clear, long-term income and expense projections ▢ Have a clear understanding of how to utilize proactive tax planning opportunities Retirement in View 240 Catherine St. Suite #201 Ottawa ON K2P 3G5

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