Banish the RRSP Rush Once and For All

It’s that time again, the time when many Canadians wait until the very last moment to make a contribution to reduce the previous year’s taxes.

You know who you are. You race to the nearest financial institution at the eleventh hour to hastily ‘park’ a random amount of money just in time to get a contribution receipt, rather than planning ahead to make the best investment choices for your hard-earned cash.

There are many pitfalls to the procrastinator’s approach in personal finance, including lost opportunities to secure the very best retirement from your money.

Banishing the last-minute RRSP rush is easy. Here’s how:

Imagine your retirement: Do you envision a four-month winter getaway? A grand vacation each year? Remaining in the home you’ve raised your kids in? Or simply having the peace of mind that comes from knowing your money will last your entire life? Picturing your retirement destination will help get you there faster.

Don’t go at it alone: Working with Statera Financial Planners will help guide you to your right path by factoring in your year-round investments, lifestyle activities, broad financial picture, and ultimate goals for the future into a proper financial plan.

Rinse and repeat: It’s important to revisit your plan regularly. Marriage, children, job changes, new legislation, tax changes…they all have an impact on financial planning and life goals. A refresher with our team can help make any necessary adjustments to ensure you’re still on the right track to reach your ultimate retirement destination, while living the life you want today.

Having a well-thought out financial plan, including a thorough investing strategy, means you can relax and never have to rush to the finish line again!

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